One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken

This One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dinner that brings together juicy chicken, tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs in a simple, satisfying meal. Inspired by classic Mediterranean flavors, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something wholesome, quick, and delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This one skillet Mediterranean chicken recipe is both convenient and full of fresh flavor. Cooking everything in a single pan means less cleanup and faster preparation. The combination of tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and fragrant herbs creates a balanced meal that feels both comforting and light. It’s also versatile and pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or roasted potatoes.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can petite diced tomatoes (15 ounces), with liquid
½ cup black olives, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1 tablespoon fresh basil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the chicken
   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the chicken tenderloins and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
2. Sauté the onion
   Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the chopped red onion and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Add garlic and tomatoes
   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the canned diced tomatoes with their liquid, sliced olives, oregano, and basil.
4. Simmer the sauce
   Allow the mixture to cook for 6–8 minutes so the flavors blend and the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Finish the One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken
   Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
6. Season and serve
   Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm over rice, pasta, couscous, or roasted potatoes.

Tips & Tricks

Use a cast-iron skillet for the best flavor and even heat distribution.
If you prefer more sauce, add a splash of chicken broth while simmering.
Fresh herbs give the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted if needed.
For extra Mediterranean flavor, add crumbled feta cheese before serving.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the dish.

Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly, gluten-free

Notes

This recipe is very adaptable. You can add spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers to increase the vegetable content. It also works well with chicken thighs instead of chicken tenderloins.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

Calories: 350
Protein: 36 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fat: 19 g

FAQ

Can I use chicken breast instead of tenderloins?
Yes. Simply slice chicken breasts into strips or bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly.

Can I make Mediterranean chicken ahead of time?
Yes. The dish reheats well and the flavors often become even better the next day.

What can I serve with one skillet Mediterranean chicken?
It pairs well with rice, pasta, couscous, quinoa, or roasted potatoes.

Can I use green olives instead of black olives?
Absolutely. Green olives add a slightly sharper Mediterranean flavor.

Is this recipe low carb?
Yes. The chicken mixture itself is naturally low in carbohydrates.

Storage

Refrigerator:
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer:
Freeze the cooked chicken mixture for up to 2 months.

Reheating:
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through.

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One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken

One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken is a quick dinner made with tender chicken, tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
• 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
• 1 medium red onion chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 can petite diced tomatoes 15 ounces, with liquid
• ½ cup black olives sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• Salt to taste
• Ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

 

Cook the chicken

• Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the chicken tenderloins and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.

Sauté the onion

• Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the chopped red onion and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.

Add garlic and tomatoes

• Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the canned diced tomatoes with their liquid, sliced olives, oregano, and basil.

Simmer the sauce

• Allow the mixture to cook for 6–8 minutes so the flavors blend and the sauce thickens slightly.
• Finish the One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken
• Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
• Season and serve
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm over rice, pasta, couscous, or roasted potatoes.

Notes

This recipe is very adaptable. You can add spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers to increase the vegetable content. It also works well with chicken thighs instead of chicken tenderloins.

 

Conclusion

This One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can create bold, delicious flavors. With minimal preparation and just one pan, you can enjoy a wholesome Mediterranean-inspired dinner that’s both comforting and fresh.