One-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with whole garlic cloves and sun-dried tomatoes in a fragrant Mediterranean herb sauce. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, whole garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp dried thyme.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken temporarily and add 12 whole garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup chicken broth and 2 tbsp lemon juice, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it among garlic and tomatoes.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and garlic is tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken 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-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken?

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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken?

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-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken 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-Pot Roasted Garlic and Tomato Mediterranean Chicken?

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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