Mediterranean Chicken recipe

 Here's a flavorful recipe for Mediterranean Chicken:

How to prepare Mediterranean Chicken recipe

Ingredients:

• > 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• > Salt and pepper to taste
• > 2 tablespoons olive oil
• > 4 cloves garlic, minced
• > 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• > 1 teaspoon dried basil
• > 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• > 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• > 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
• > 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• > 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
• > 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• > 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• > Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
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Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

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3. 2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

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5. 3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.

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7. 4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.

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9. 5. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, Kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

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11. 6. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the olive and tomato mixture.

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13. 7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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15. 8. Remove the skillet from the oven. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the chicken and Mediterranean mixture.

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17. 9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

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19. 10. Serve the Mediterranean Chicken hot with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, couscous, or a fresh salad.

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Note: Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other Mediterranean ingredients like artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or capers. You can also adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. Enjoy the flavorful Mediterranean flavors in this dish!