Description
Culinary magic unfolds with Mediterranean Chicken Skillet, blending zesty herbs and succulent chicken in one irresistible pan. Mediterranean flavors dance across your palate, inviting you to savor each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, preparing a flavorful Mediterranean culinary canvas.
- Generously season chicken breasts with aromatic oregano, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground pepper, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to transform into a golden-brown masterpiece, cooking approximately 6-7 minutes per side until thoroughly cooked.
- Transfer perfectly seared chicken to a temporary plate, preserving its succulence.
- Utilize the same skillet to sauté vibrant bell peppers and zucchini, stirring occasionally to ensure even caramelization and tenderness.
- Introduce juicy cherry tomatoes and briny olives into the vegetable medley, allowing them to mingle and soften for a few moments.
- Gently reintroduce the cooked chicken into the skillet, nestling the pieces among the colorful vegetables.
- Elegantly sprinkle crumbled feta cheese across the dish, creating a creamy, tangy layer.
- Cover the skillet, allowing the residual heat to melt the cheese and harmonize the flavors.
- Finish by scattering fresh parsley over the skillet, adding a final touch of brightness and herbaceous aroma before serving.
Notes
- Check chicken doneness by using a meat thermometer, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Slice chicken breasts evenly to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Consider substituting chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium feta and limiting added salt, making the dish heart-friendly and diet-conscious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg