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Easy One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs Recipe with Olives and Feta for Perfect Weeknight Dinners

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A quick and flavorful one-pan Mediterranean chicken thighs recipe featuring olives, feta, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup pitted and halved green olives (150 grams), such as Castelvetrano or Kalamata
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes (150 grams) – optional
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75 grams)
  • Juice and zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken thighs very dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot oil. Cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until skin is golden and crisp.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs over using tongs.
  6. Add minced garlic and olives around the chicken in the pan. Stir gently to combine and let garlic soften without burning.
  7. Nestle cherry tomatoes among the chicken pieces and sprinkle lemon zest over everything.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and tomatoes soften.
  9. Remove skillet from oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and crumble feta cheese evenly on top.
  10. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley for garnish and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow even browning. Add garlic carefully to prevent burning. Bone-in chicken thighs recommended for juiciness. Add feta after baking to keep it creamy. Can substitute boneless thighs but watch cooking time. For dairy-free, omit feta or use vegan alternative.

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