The Sunday Mail (Zimbabwe)

Garlicky Greek Chicken

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INSPIRED by the fresh flavors of lemon, oregano, and garlic, popular in Greek cuisine, this easy skillet chicken thigh recipe will become a new favorite.

Ingredient­s

◆ 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided ◆ Juice of 1 lemon

◆ 3 cloves garlic, minced

◆ 1 tsp. dried oregano

◆ 1 lb. chicken thighs

◆ kosher salt

◆ Freshly ground black pepper

◆ 1/2 lb. asparagus, ends removed

◆ 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons

◆ 1 lemon, sliced

Directions

1 . In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoon­s olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano. Whisk until combined then add chicken thighs and toss to coat.

Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerat­or for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.

2. When you’re ready to cook the chicken, preheat oven to 425°. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining tablespoon olive oil. Season both sides of marinated chicken with salt and pepper, then add chicken skin-side down and pour in the remaining marinade.

3. Sear until the skin becomes golden and crispy, about 10 minutes. Flip chicken and add asparagus, zucchini and lemons to the skillet.

4. Transfer pan to oven and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

What do you serve with Greek chicken thighs? Since everything goes into the skillet, you don’t really need anything on the side to make this a wellrounde­d meal. However, if you’re a little more into carbs, whip up a side of buttery mashed potatoes or fluffy, herby rice. — delish.com

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