🍋 Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives – Light, Fresh & Full of Sunshine! 🌿
This Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is the kind of meal that instantly transports you to a sunny seaside café in Greece. 🇬🇷✨
It’s fresh, tangy, comforting, and bursting with that signature Mediterranean balance of lemon, olive oil, herbs, and briny goodness.
If you love bright flavors, juicy chicken, and easy one-pan meals — this dish will become your new weeknight obsession!
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon 🍋
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts (drained and halved)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved) 🫒
- 1 tablespoon capers (optional but amazing for tang)
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
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Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well.
Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge) to soak up all that Mediterranean sunshine flavor. ☀️ - Sear the Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Sear chicken on both sides for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside. - Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Add artichoke hearts, olives, and capers. Stir for about 2 minutes to let all the flavors meld together. - Combine & Finish Cooking
Return the chicken to the pan, spoon some sauce over the top, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through. - Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a final squeeze of lemon juice.
Serve hot with fluffy rice, orzo, or warm crusty bread to soak up every drop of that heavenly sauce! 😋
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Why Everyone Loves This Dish
- Bright, tangy lemon flavor that wakes up your taste buds 🍋
- Easy one-pan cleanup — ready in 30 minutes! ⏱️
- Packed with Mediterranean superfoods (olives, olive oil, artichokes, and herbs) 🌿
- Gluten-free, high-protein, and heart-healthy ❤️
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Serving Ideas
Pair this Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with:
- Garlic butter couscous or quinoa
- Roasted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes)
- A crisp Greek salad with feta and cucumber 🧀🥒
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Pro Tip:
For a restaurant-style finish, drizzle a touch of extra virgin olive oil on top right before serving. It adds shine, flavor, and that authentic Mediterranean flair! 🌞
This dish isn’t just delicious — it’s a mood booster! Every bite tastes like a burst of sunshine on your plate. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep that feels like a vacation. 🌴
If you’re a lemon lover, drop a “🍋YUM” in the comments and save this recipe to try tonight!