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One-Skillet Mediterranean Chicken with Olives and Feta

A vibrant, cozy one-pan meal that brings sun-kissed flavors to your table in about 30 minutes. Juicy chicken thighs simmer with garlic, tomatoes, peppers, olives, and feta, creating a fragrant, zesty dish you can customize with what you have on hand. Perfect for a weeknight win or a relaxed weekend dinner, this skillet meal is hearty, comforting, and undeniably tasty.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper bell pepper
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 handfuls baby spinach
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. This builds a flavorful crust as they sear.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until the skin is golden and crisp, about 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and a pinch of salt, sauté until translucent and fragrant, 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more to bloom the aroma.
  • Add the bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes to soften. Pour in the cherry tomatoes and dried oregano, letting them mingle with the aromatics for another 2 minutes.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the olives and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Uncover, stir in the spinach until wilted, and sprinkle with feta. Cook for another 1-2 minutes so the feta softens into creamy pockets without dissolving entirely.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If you like a touch more brightness, a quick squeeze of lemon would be a lovely finish.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if using, and serve hot, directly from the skillet for a charming, rustic presentation.