Chicken Skillet with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-27 · Updated 2026-03-27

Succulent chicken thighs cooked with ripe cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and fragrant herbs in a one-pan dish that bursts with Mediterranean flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (vegetarian-friendly), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, pitted Kalamata olives
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, juiced lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and nearly cooked through, then remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in cherry tomatoes, olives, oregano, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes until tomatoes soften and release their juices.
3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in lemon juice and stir to combine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce thickens. Garnish with parsley and serve.