Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives! 
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Craving a taste of the Mediterranean? 
This Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is bursting with fresh flavors and is perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner! 
This Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives is bursting with fresh flavors and is perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner! Ingredients:
* 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts* 
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil* 1 lemon, zest and juice
1 lemon, zest and juice* 2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried oregano* 
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder* 
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon salt* ¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper* 1 cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped* ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced* ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped* 
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup chicken broth* 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
1 tablespoon capers (optional)Instructions:
1. Prep the Chicken :** Season chicken breasts with lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
:** Season chicken breasts with lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.2. Sear the Chicken 
:** Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
:** Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown.3. Add Artichokes & Olives :** Add artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and capers (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
:** Add artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and capers (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes.4. Pour Broth & Lemon Juice :** Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.
:** Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.5. Simmer & Cook 
:** Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly.
:** Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly.6. Garnish & Serve 
:** Stir in fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
:** Stir in fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!**Prep Time:** 
10 minutes | **Cook Time:** 20 minutes
10 minutes | **Cook Time:** 20 minutes**Flavor Burst 
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:* Zesty, savory, and packed with Mediterranean flavors!
* Perfect for a light and healthy dinner.