Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts and Feta Cheese
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
114 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts and Feta Cheese
Description
Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts and Feta Cheese offers a simple yet flavorful preparation focusing on chicken thighs marinated briefly with marinated artichoke hearts and seasoning. The marinade imparts tang and moisture, while broiling cooks the chicken to a golden finish. Adding crumbled feta cheese near the end creates a creamy, salty contrast to the savory chicken and artichokes. Fresh parsley and optional lemon juice provide a fresh herbal and citrus note that brightens the dish overall.
The process involves marinating, draining, seasoning with garlic and oregano, then broiling the chicken on both sides for a total of about 20 minutes until cooked through. The final minute under the broiler melts the feta slightly, enhancing texture and flavor. This technique ensures the chicken stays moist and flavorful without extra fat or skin.
It is best served straight from the oven garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired, making it a fitting entrée for casual dinners with a Mediterranean touch.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thigh excess fat removed, skinless, boneless
- 6 oz artichoke hearts marinated, jarred
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- 1 tsp oregano
- salt
- black pepper
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 2 tbsp parsley fresh chopped
- lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine artichoke hearts along with liquid and chicken and let it marinade about 20 minutes.
- After it's marinated, drain all liquid.
- Add garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Broil on low about 6 inches from the flame for about 10 minutes or until golden brown, turn chicken and cook an additional 8-10 minutes and chicken is fully cooked.
- Top chicken with feta and broil an additional minute.
- Remove from oven and top with fresh parsley. Squeeze with lemon juice, if desired!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1thigh with artichokes | |
| Calories | 114kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 14.5g | 29% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 70.5mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 204.5mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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