Description
Mediterranean-inspired chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, and capers combines zesty Mediterranean flavors in one skillet. Elegant ingredients and quick preparation make this dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings you will savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) chicken breast (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsps lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 8 oz (226 g) roasted artichoke hearts (drained)
- 6 oz (170 g) sun-dried tomatoes
- 5 tbsps olive oil
- 3 tbsps capers (drained)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup flour (you can use gluten-free flour)
Instructions
- Preparation: Generously season chicken breasts with kosher salt and black pepper, then delicately dust with all-purpose flour, creating a light, even coating.
- Searing: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear floured chicken until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side, then transfer to a clean plate.
- Vegetable Infusion: In the same skillet, combine marinated artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and lemon juice. Gently stir to incorporate the flavorful browned bits and allow vegetables to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Finishing: Reduce heat to medium-low, drizzle additional olive oil, and return chicken to the skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Plating: Arrange chicken breasts on serving plates, lavishly spoon the Mediterranean vegetable medley over the top, and finish with a final drizzle of olive oil for a vibrant, aromatic presentation.
Notes
- Flour Coating Technique: Lightly dust chicken with flour for a delicate, crispy exterior that helps seal in moisture and create golden-brown searing.
- Searing Secrets: Use medium-high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve perfect caramelization and develop rich, flavorful browned bits.
- Temperature Control: Monitor chicken’s internal temperature carefully, aiming for exactly 165°F to guarantee juicy, safely cooked meat without drying out.
- Flavor Layering: Allow vegetables to simmer briefly in pan drippings to intensify Mediterranean flavors and create a cohesive, aromatic sauce that elevates the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg