Description
Braised Chicken with Olives & Lemon is a delightful culinary gem that combines tender chicken thighs, zesty lemon, and briny olives into a comforting dish. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its aromatic flavors and stunning presentation, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table while filling your home with irresistible scents.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1 lb)
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice and slices)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any flavorful bits from the pot.
- Return the chicken to the pot along with olives and lemon slices. Bring to a simmer, cover tightly, and reduce heat to low. Braise for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot over rice or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg