Mediterranean Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
Juicy chicken with burst cherry tomatoes, briny olives, and creamy feta in one pan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.
- Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and olives to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes begin to burst.
- Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using.
- Remove from heat and top with crumbled feta cheese and fresh basil.
- Let stand for 1 minute to allow feta to slightly melt before serving.
Notes
For extra Mediterranean flair, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving. You can substitute feta with goat cheese or add spinach for extra greens. Serve with crusty bread or over couscous for a complete meal