Braised Chicken With Potatoes, Olives, and Lemon: A Savory Delight
A delicious recipe for braised chicken featuring tender chicken, flavorful potatoes, briny olives, and a citrusy kick from lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1 cup green olives
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them in the pot.
- Add garlic, potatoes, olives, and lemon slices to the pot.
- Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken and potatoes are cooked through.
- Serve warm with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with vegetables
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Braised Chicken, Potatoes, Olives, Lemon