Easy Lemon Olive Chicken Skillet Recipe
If you love the fresh and tart flavor of lemons, along with the briney bold flavor of olives, this easy chicken skillet recipe with lemons and olives is going to be right up your alley! After searing and cooking the chicken thighs that are seasoned with oregano, I sauteed onions and garlic, and then deglazed the pan with a splash of white wine and chicken broth and added the olives and lemon slices. The resulting chicken is not only so moist and juicy (gotta love chicken thighs for this reason), but it’s also loaded with layers of bright, bold, and peppy flavors! You’re going to love this recipe because:
It’s made in one skillet Ready in 30 minutes total time Great for weeknight dinners but feels and tastes fancy enough to serve to company or for Sunday family dinner Made with just a handful of common and everyday ingredients
Ingredients in Chicken with Lemons and Olives
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How To Make Spanish Olive Lemon Chicken
I definitely encourage you to serve this easy chicken skillet recipe with something to mop up all the fantastic lemony, garlicky pan sauce such as rice, Spanish rice, quinoa, couscous, or mashed potatoes. And from there, any type of roasted veggie or side salad is perfect.
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