Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts and Feta Cheese
This recipe combines skinless, boneless chicken thighs with marinated artichoke hearts, garlic, and oregano, finished with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley. The chicken is broiled until golden, creating a nicely browned exterior while keeping the meat tender inside. The optional lemon juice adds a brightness that complements the feta's saltiness and the herbs' aroma. It's a straightforward dish with Mediterranean flavors, suitable for a hearty main course.
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
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114
% 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.