Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Skillet Greek Chicken recipe that’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Tender chicken thighs seasoned with Mediterranean spices, paired with colorful vegetables and finished with tangy feta cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Vegetables:
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
For Serving:
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the red onion, bell peppers, and zucchini. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in cherry tomatoes and olives, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until tomatoes are slightly softened.
- Finish and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet, drizzle with lemon juice. Top with crumbled feta and parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
- For a heartier meal, serve over rice, couscous, or orzo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg