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Mediterranean Chicken

This Easy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl features tender grilled chicken, vibrant veggies, and creamy tzatziki, making it a perfect balanced meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 413.6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic or garlic paste
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil use high quality
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine can substitute with chicken stock or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 large lemon, juiced
  • 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 4 small tomatoes, diced, about 1½ cups fresh tomatoes preferred
  • 1/4 cup sliced green olives can substitute with Kalamata olives or capers
  • Handful of fresh parsley, stems removed, leaves chopped for garnish
  • Crumbled feta cheese (optional) omit for dairy-free

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and make three shallow slits on each side.
  2. Rub the minced garlic generously on both sides of the chicken, pushing some into the slits.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with kosher salt, black pepper, and half of the dried oregano.
Cooking
  1. In a large cast iron skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the hot skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Add the dry white wine to the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Let the wine reduce by half.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth, then sprinkle the remaining oregano over the chicken. Turn the heat down to medium.
  5. Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes on one side.
  6. Flip the chicken breasts over and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Uncover the skillet and arrange the red onions, diced tomatoes, and sliced olives on top of and around the chicken.
  8. Cover again and cook for another 3 minutes to soften the vegetables and meld their flavors.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and optional feta cheese, and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is versatile and pairs wonderfully with grains like rice or pasta, crusty bread, or a fresh salad. Adjust seasonings to taste and easily customize with other Mediterranean vegetables.