Ingredients
– 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 3 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
– 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved (optional)
– 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese (can substitute with dairy-free feta)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper; set aside.
2- In a large bowl, combine zucchini rounds, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, minced garlic, and Kalamata olives (if using). Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with dried oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until vegetables are evenly coated.
3- Spread half of the vegetable mixture in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the vegetables. Cover the chicken with the remaining vegetable mixture.
4- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
5- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the dish. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the feta begins to turn golden brown.
6- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Last Step:
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🍗 Pat chicken dry before seasoning for better browning and juiciness.
🥒 Slice zucchini evenly to avoid mushy texture during baking.
🫒 Kalamata olives are optional; feel free to substitute with capers for a different Mediterranean touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving