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Lemon Chicken with Olives

Lemon Chicken with Olives is a Dinner international recipe with 301 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

301 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

30.8 g

Ingredients

  • Chicken Thigh2 medium (160 g)
  • Lemon1 count (65 g)
  • Oregano1 tablespoon (4 g)
  • Olive Oil1/2 tablespoon (5 ml)
  • Olives5 count (25 g)
  • Garlic1 clove (3 g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    For this recipe you will need skinless chicken thighs. You can use lemon or lime.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    You can cook the chicken in a pot or you can bake it. If you prefer the oven, preheat to 428 °F (220 °C).

  3. 3

    Step 3

    In a bowl, grate the lemon skin and squeeze its juice. Add the oregano, chopped garlic, olive oil and then salt and pepper to taste. Mix.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Put the chicken pieces in a baking stray and pour the marinated. Add the used lemon slices and olives on top.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Cover with aluminium foil and brown the chicken for 10 minutes. Next, remove the foil, pour the juices on it and continue cooking for 10 more minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Be careful not to let it dry. To do this, continue cooking with the cooking juice.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Once ready, remove from heat and serve hot.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    If you cook it in a pot, marinate the chicken with the previous mixture and then cook immediately or let sit for 30 minutes.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Heat the pot over high heat and, once heated, add the chicken.

  10. 10

    Step 10

    Brown each side for 4 minutes and then add the olives and lemons. Cover and let cook for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

301

Protein

30.8g

Carbs

9.6g

Fat

20.3g

Fiber

2.4g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

Yes

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Tree NutGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Lemon Chicken with Olives can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lemon Chicken with Olives

How many calories are in Lemon Chicken with Olives?

Lemon Chicken with Olives has about 301 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Lemon Chicken with Olives suitable for vegetarians?

No. Lemon Chicken with Olives is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Thigh.

Is Lemon Chicken with Olives gluten-free?

Yes. Lemon Chicken with Olives is gluten-free as written, but always double-check packaged ingredients if cross-contact matters to you.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Lemon Chicken with Olives?

Yes. This recipe includes Tree Nut and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Lemon Chicken with Olives ahead of time?

Lemon Chicken with Olives can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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