Mediterranean One-Pan Chicken with Olives and Capers

Chicken thighs roasted with sun-ripened olives and briny capers in a savory lemon-herb sauce, ready in one pan with minimal cleanup.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 12 oz chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup, sliced black olives
• 1 tbsp, rinsed capers
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 12 oz chicken thighs dry. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer skillet to preheated oven at 400°F.
3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup sliced black olives, 1 tbsp rinsed capers, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1 tsp dried oregano to the skillet. Roast for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with pan juices.