Description
Mediterranean Chicken delights with zesty sun-dried tomatoes, tender artichokes, and briny capers dancing across perfectly seared chicken. Rich Mediterranean flavors blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor a culinary journey through coastal charm and rustic elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) chicken breast (thinly sliced)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup flour (you can use gluten-free flour)
Mediterranean Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) roasted artichoke hearts (drained)
- 6 ounces (170 grams) sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Generously season chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then delicately coat each piece in all-purpose flour, ensuring an even, light dusting.
- Warm extra virgin olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, carefully place floured chicken breasts, and sear until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side. Transfer browned chicken to a clean plate.
- In the same skillet with remaining oil and browned bits, add quartered marinated artichoke hearts, julienned sun-dried tomatoes, briny capers, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, gently stirring to combine and incorporate the flavorful pan remnants.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, drizzle additional extra virgin olive oil, and allow vegetables to simmer and meld flavors for 2-3 minutes.
- Create a space in the center of the skillet, nestle chicken breasts back into the pan, and continue cooking for 7-8 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Plate chicken breasts, generously spoon Mediterranean vegetable medley over the top, and drizzle with remaining olive oil sauce for a vibrant, aromatic presentation.
Notes
- Perfectly browned chicken transforms this simple skillet dish into a restaurant-worthy Mediterranean masterpiece.
- Dredging chicken in flour creates a delicate, crispy exterior that locks in juicy tenderness and adds rich golden color.
- Capers and sun-dried tomatoes deliver intense, briny flavor bursts that elevate the entire meal with authentic Mediterranean flair.
- One-pan cooking method ensures maximum flavor development while minimizing cleanup and kitchen time.
- Fresh lemon juice brightens the rich, savory ingredients, cutting through the olive oil’s richness and creating balanced taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 36g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg