Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Pinch of cayenne; 2 tablespoons California extra-virgin olive oil; 3 large chicken breast cutlets, pounded or thinly sliced; Juice of half a lemon, plus four slices of lemon; 2 large cloves garlic, sliced; 1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives, pitted; 1/3 cup green olives (we use some marinated in herbs de Provence), pitted; 3 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Fresh pepper, to taste; 2 teaspoons butter

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pinch of cayenne
2 tablespoons California extra-virgin olive oil
3 large chicken breast cutlets, pounded or thinly sliced
Juice of half a lemon, plus four slices of lemon
2 large cloves garlic, sliced
1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives, pitted
1/3 cup green olives (we use some marinated in herbs de Provence), pitted
3 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Fresh pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons butter

1
Combine the flour and cayenne in a shallow bowl.
2
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet on medium flame until hot.
3
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
4
Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook until lightly golden, about 3 minutes.
5
Turn the chicken over, add the lemon juice, lemon slices, garlic, olives, 1 1/2 tablespoons of the parsley, and the salt and pepper.
6
Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally and stirring the olive mixture gently to avoid burning the garlic.
7
Add the butter to the pan, shaking to combine the sauce.
8
Place the chicken breasts on a serving plate, then pour the olive mixture over the top.
9
Garnish with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of the fresh parsley.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, Pinch of cayenne, 2 tablespoons California extra-virgin olive oil, 3 large chicken breast cutlets, pounded or thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Chicken

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