Mediterranean Smothered Chicken

 Mediterranean Smothered Chicken is a flavorful dish packed with vibrant ingredients like olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Here's how to make it:

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Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced

1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

Optional: 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, chopped (for extra flavor)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Season the Chicken:

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil.

Season with oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Sear the Chicken:

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat.

4. Assemble Toppings:

Scatter the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, and optional artichoke hearts around the chicken in the skillet.

Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and toppings.

5. Bake:

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

6. Add Feta and Garnish:

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the chicken and vegetables.

Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes to slightly melt the feta.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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Serving Suggestions:

Serve Mediterranean Smothered Chicken with warm pita bread, couscous, quinoa, or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.

Enjoy the bright, bold flavors of this easy Mediterranean-inspired dish!