Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts paired with artichokes, olives, and zesty lemon, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
- 1 cup olives, pitted and halved (green or black)
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Add artichokes, olives, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the same skillet and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safety. For added flavor, let the chicken marinate in lemon juice, zest, and olive oil before cooking.
