How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3 to 4 pound fryer chicken cut up, or chicken pieces, 25 garlic cloves peeled (already peeled cloves available at Trader Joe's!), 3/4 cup chicken broth, 1/3 cup pitted green olives, rinsed, and more.

Is Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe

Name: Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3 to 4 pound fryer chicken cut up, or chicken pieces; 25 garlic cloves peeled (already peeled cloves available at Trader Joe's!); 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1/3 cup pitted green olives, rinsed; 1 Tbsp chopped lemon zest; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley, oregano, basil, sage, etc.); Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Try this homemade Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives recipe the whole family will love. Made with chicken, garlic, chicken broth and green olives. Easy st…

This Lemon-garlic Chicken with Olives relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as chicken broth, pitted green olives, rinsed, chopped lemon zest and fresh lemon juice. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1120 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 3 to 4 pound fryer chicken cut up, or chicken pieces
25 garlic cloves peeled (already peeled cloves available at Trader Joe's!)
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup pitted green olives, rinsed
1 Tbsp chopped lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley, oregano, basil, sage, etc.)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
1120 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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