Mediterranean Style Chicken Thighs
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table with these succulent Mediterranean-Style Chicken Thighs. Perfectly marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant spices like oregano, paprika, and cumin, these bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before being oven-roasted alongside juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and sweet red onions. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese, this one-pan recipe delivers a rich, savory, and tangy flavor profile in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this easy yet elegant dish pairs wonderfully with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or warm pita bread, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to form a marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring even coating. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs skin side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken over and cook for another 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and arrange the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion around the chicken thighs.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken thighs reaches 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese, if desired, before serving.
Serve hot with a side of rice, roasted vegetables, or warm pita bread for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.8 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.7 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 6553 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 177.6 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3048 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
