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chicken thighs mediterranean
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chicken thighs mediterranean

Juicy, herb-marinated chicken thighs seared and roasted with Mediterranean flavors—lemon, garlic, olives, and tomatoes. Bright, savory, and perfect with rice, couscous, or salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Method
 

  1. Marinate Chicken:
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Rub mixture all over chicken thighs. Let marinate at room temp for 15–30 minutes.
  3. Preheat Oven:
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  5. Sear Chicken:
  6. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
  7. Add Veggies & Roast:
  8. Add cherry tomatoes, olives, and sliced red onion to the skillet around the chicken. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 18–22 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  9. Serve:
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Serve hot with lemon wedges and your choice of grain or salad.

Notes

  • Boneless thighs: Reduce oven time to 12–15 minutes.
  • Add-ins: Artichoke hearts or crumbled feta work beautifully.
  • No oven-safe skillet? Transfer everything to a baking dish after searing.
  • Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat gently in oven or skillet.