FOOD
One-Skillet Mediterranean Chicken Recipe with Tomatoes and Green Olives
2 boneless, skinless chicken of equal size
1 Tablespoon minced garlic or garlic paste
Salt and Pepper
1 1/2 Teaspoons of dried oregano, divided
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1/4 cup of dry, white wine
Juice of 1/2 lemon.
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup of finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup small-diced tomatoes
1/8 cup of sliced green olives
Handful of fresh parsley, stems removed, chopped
Crumbled Feta cheese (optional)
Directions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry. On each side of the chicken breasts make 3 slits through.
- Spread the garlic on both sides, insert some garlic into the slits you made. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper and 1/2 of the dried oregano
- In a large cast-iron skillet heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium-high. Brown the chicken on both sides. Add the white wine and let reduce by 1/2 then add the lemon juice and chicken broth. Sprinkle the remaining oregano on top. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover with a lid or tightly with foil. Cook for 10-15 minutes turning the chicken over once (chicken’s internal temperature should reach 165 degrees F.)
- Uncover and top with the chopped onions, tomatoes, and olives. Cover again and cook for only 3 minutes. Finally, add the parsley and feta cheese. Serve with a light pasta, rice, or couscous. Enjoy!
Mary Anne Chadbourne
About Mary Anne Chadbourne:
Mary Anne Chadbourne Retired Registered Dietitian, foodie, baker, cookbook lover, traveler, and skincare consultant. With more than 30 years of work as a Registered Dietitian teachings the general population and veterans about how food and nutrition are related to your health. The old adage "you are what you eat" rings very true. Good nutrition can be implemented in everyday life by learning all you can about basic nutrition and how it works in the body. Also being aware of the foods you are eating by reading food labels. Counseling sessions with an experienced dietitian will help to create healthy meals that also "taste good". The recipes provided in these articles are tested before publishing them. Also, good nutrition applies to skincare. With an adequate regimen according to your skin condition and healthy eating habits, your skin will be clear and glowing.