Green Olive Chicken

Infuse your dinner table with Mediterranean flair with this Green Olive Chicken, a one-pan meal that combines succulent, golden-crisp chicken thighs with vibrant green olives, zesty lemon slices, and a fragrant white wine and thyme-infused sauce. This savory dish features tender, juicy chicken simmered to perfection, soaking up the bold, briny flavors of the olives and the subtle tang of citrus. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, this recipe comes together in under an hour and pairs beautifully with rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or fresh crusty bread to capture every last drop of the flavorful sauce. Your new go-to for a quick and hearty Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup green olives, pitted and halved
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 4 pieces fresh thyme sprigs
• 0.5 pieces lemon, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the green olives, chicken broth, white wine, thyme sprigs, and lemon slices. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. (Internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C.)

Step 9

Remove the thyme sprigs and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm over rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1685.4 grams (1685.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2817

Total Fat 214.60g	275%
Saturated Fat 53.20g	266%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 7441mg	324%
Total Carbohydrate 38.10g	14%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 7.10g
Protein 171.30g	343%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361mg	28%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 2604mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 5.5%