Herbed Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Olives

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest, freshly grated
• 1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
3. 03
   Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. 04
   Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
5. 05
   Flip the chicken pieces over and add the Kalamata olives to the skillet.
6. 06
   Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
7. 07
   Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.