Best Greek Chicken With Onions Olives And Oregano Recipes

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ONE PAN GREEK CHICKEN WITH FETA AND OLIVES



One Pan Greek Chicken with Feta and Olives image

One pan Greek chicken in a rich tomato sauce packed with onion and capsicums. Baked in the oven and then topped with crumbled feta, briny olives and fresh oregano. This Greek chicken dish is perfect for feeding your family. Add some buttered couscous, maybe a green salad and some bread and you have a Greek feast!!!!

Provided by Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 onions
1 red capsicum
1 yellow capsicum
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves
14 oz tin chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp greek seasoning
salt and pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp greek seasoning
handful black olives
chopped fresh oregano
2/3 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/fan forced 160°C/Gas mark 6.
  • Roughly chop the onion and capsicums.
  • In a large shallow casserole dish (make sure it is hob and oven proof) heat the olive oil over a medium heat and add the onion and capsicum.
  • Cook for 5 minutes until softened and starting to colour.
  • Slice the garlic and add to the onion mixture.
  • Stir in the Greek seasoning, add the can of tomatoes to the pan and then wash the can out with about 1/3 can of water.
  • Stir to combine, and cook over a low heat until everything is simmering.
  • Meanwhile lay the chicken thighs on a plate, drizzle over the olive oil and then rub in the remaining Greek seasoning.
  • Once the tomatoes are simmering, add the chicken thighs in a single layer.
  • Place a lid (or tinfoil) on your dish and cooking in the oven 30 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with chopped oregano, olives and crumbled feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 50 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 236 mg, Sodium 615 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK CHICKEN WITH ONIONS, OLIVES, AND OREGANO



Greek Chicken with onions, olives, and oregano image

This is even better if you make the day before and let the flavors marry overnight. SERVE this over rice or over orzo and with crusty bread!

Provided by Jennifer Chung @JenniferChung

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1/3 cup(s) flour--season liberally with salt and black pepper
1 - 3 to 4 pound chicken, cut up (8 pieces) or 4 full breasts
2 - large yellow onions, cut into chunks
3 clove(s) garlic, finely chopped
1 cup(s) chicken broth
- grated zest and 4 tablespoons of lemon juice from two lemons
1 - 28 ounce can of chopped tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup(s) pitted kalamata olives or black olives, pitted
2 teaspoon(s) fresh oregano, chopped (or 4 tsp. dried or as much as you want, to taste. we like a lot!)
- salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup(s) feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large dutch oven, over medium high heat, heat the olive oil. Dredge the chicken in the flour using a resealable plastic bag. Brown the chicken in the oil for about 5 minutes per side. Add the onions to the chicken and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until soft (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth, lemon zest and juice, tomatoes and juice, and oregano. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Add the olives, cover and simmer for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is very tender and starts to fall off the bone. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve with the crumbled feta, if desired.

GREEK CHICKEN WITH OLIVES AND POTATOES



Greek Chicken With Olives and Potatoes image

Fabulous meal, takes an hour or so, but its definately worth the wait. Chicken simmered with tomatoes, and olives, served with potatoes.

Provided by Chef Shantal

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup flour
3 1/2 lbs chicken pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium white onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup brine-cured black olives, pitted and cut in half
2 lbs potatoes, cut into large chunks (4 or 5 medium size)

Steps:

  • Place the flour in a plastic bag, season with 1/4 tsp pepper. Trim excess skin and fat from chicken; shake chicken in bag with flour, a few at a time, to coat.
  • Heat the oil in large skillet or dutch oven, over medium heat. Arrange chicken in pan and cook until golden brown, 5 minutes per side. ( You may need to do this in batches) Remove to plate.
  • Add onion and garlic to the pan, cook stirring, for 5 minutes, until softened. Return chicken to pan, add tomatoes and juice, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then stir in olives. Cover and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the potatoes, continue to cook for another 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 874.9, Fat 43.9, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 181.1, Sodium 1197.4, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 11.9, Protein 52.9

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