Mediterranean Chicken Thighs combine the flavors of the Mediterranean with boneless skinless chicken thighs. The flavors of the lemon, rosemary and olive oil go perfect together. Imagine that you are sitting in a little Taverna on the beautiful island in the Mediterranean. This recipe can also be made on the grill which would take the flavor up to the next level. It’s a perfect main dish that you and your family are sure to love that you will want to make over and over again. It is also quite easy to prepare and has only 9 ingredients and 4 of them are herbs and seasonings. This chicken recipe makes a lovely presentation as well. Why not pair it with my Easy Rice Pilaf. To see how I make my Mediterranean Chicken Thighs, keep on reading.
Mediterranean Chicken Thighs
Serves 5-6
Ingredients
5-6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus more lemon for garnish
6-8 cloves of garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. dried thyme (you can use fresh thyme as well)
1/2 tsp. dried oregano (fresh may also be used)
1 tsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp. capers, rinsed and chopped
1 (6 oz jar) marinated artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed and roughly chopped (canned may be substituted)
salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
In a large glass measuring cup add all the ingredients except the chicken and mix well.
Place chicken in a large ziploc bag and pour marinade over. Massage the bag and make sure to get the marinade all over the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. Take out chicken 15 minutes prior to cooking.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lay chicken and all the marinade in an oven/broiler proof baking dish and cook for about 45 minutes basting and turning the chicken half way through. Remove from oven and turn up heat to broil and place chicken in the broiler for 5 minutes until nicely browned but not burnt. You will have to carefully watch it because it could burn fairly quickly under the broiler. Spoon marinade over the chicken and serve. Garnish with lemon, if desired.
Enjoy!
Would it be ok to marinade for 24 hrs? Or no because of the lemon juice?
THanks! 🙂
Ok, thank you! 🙂
Would it be OK to cover the chicken with foil while baking?
This looks so good! I love new chicken recipes 🙂
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I know this is terrific on the grill. Thanks for sharing at Real Food Fridays, YUM!
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Thanks so much Lydia!! 🙂
Oh yum … I have tons of chicken thighs in the freezer and everything else too … I just might make these this weekend! Coming over from Weekend Retreat!
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Thanks so much Jan…you will definitely like it!! 🙂 Have a great weekend!
Thanks Joanne!!! 🙂 Have a great weekend! 🙂
We got a new grill for Christmas, and I think this will be the first thing I cook on it! yummy. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday
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Thank you Adelina!! I hope you liked it! 🙂
These Mediterranean Chicken Thighs look amazing! I loved grilled foods. They look like they have lots of flavor and are quick and easy and healthy too! A perfect dinner.
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Thanks so much Michele….they really were great with a lot of flavor! I hope you enjoy your day! 🙂
I am coming to eat at your house! You make the best food! These look FAB! So flavorful!
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Ahhh thanks so much Brandi, that truly is a major compliment! 🙂
This looks so good. I love chicken thighs. I’ll have to make this soon!
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Thanks so much Kat!! Have a great day! 🙂
Thanks for sharing with us Sandi, This sounds amazing! I can’t wait to give this a try. Thanks for sharing at Happiness is Homemade Party. You are being featured, so check back on Sunday and grab our button. See you soon!!! http://www.mommyondemand.com
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Wow thanks so much! I am honored! 🙂 I will get your button up on my “Featured Page”. Have a great day and thanks again!