Quick Mediterranean Chicken Thighs Recipe

Ready in 30 minutes! This vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Thighs recipe bursts with flavor using only 6 simple ingredients (plus salt and pepper!). Juicy chicken thighs simmer in a tangy sauce of sun-dried tomatoes, zesty orange juice, and briny capers. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, serve with a fresh salad and crusty bread or your favorite pasta for a complete and satisfying meal. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be substituted, but may require a longer cooking time.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 303.5 kcal
Protein 90g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

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How to Make Quick Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large, lidded nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until well browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Add the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, orange juice, and capers to the skillet.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is almost cooked through.
  6. Uncover the skillet and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle and the sauce has slightly thickened. If the sauce is too thin, you can simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to reduce it further.
  7. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or couscous, and alongside a fresh salad and crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

13g

Carbs

0g