One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes

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A savory one-pan chicken dinner bursting with Mediterranean flavors, roasted with juicy tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 45 minutes pairs extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic cloves, halved cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook 3 more minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme around the chicken. Drizzle 2 tbsp lemon juice evenly over everything.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the tomatoes are blistered and soft.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, spooning pan juices and tomatoes over the chicken for extra flavor.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep extra virgin olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Roasted Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Tomatoes?

Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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