mediterranean lemon olive chicken

How To Make mediterranean lemon olive chicken

• Step 1
  Season breasts with za’atar, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
• Step 2
  In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and when it gets hot, add the chicken breasts, seasoned side down. Season the top with the same seasonings; za’atar, smoked paprika, sea salt and pepper.
• Step 3
  Cook the meat until just golden brown before flipping and cooking the other side, about 6 minutes depending on the thickness.
• Step 4
  Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
• Step 5
  Add sliced onions and season with sea salt. Sauté for 2 minutes or until they start to soften. If needed, add a little more oil before adding garlic; sauté for 30 seconds.
• Step 6
  Add chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer.
• Step 7
  Return the chicken back to the skillet including any accumulated juices and spoon sauce over.
• Step 8
  Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
• Step 9
  Transfer breasts back to the plate and increase the heat to high. When it starts simmering vigorously, add cornstarch mixture and stir until it thickens.
• Step 10
  Add green and black olives, stir well before returning the chicken breasts, flipping them to coat with the sauce. Serve immediately.
• Step 11
  To view this delightful one-pot recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>> https://youtu.be/EinFI7BqRLY
• Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!