Easy Mediterranean Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe with Olives and Feta for Perfect Weeknight Dinner
A quick and flavorful Mediterranean chicken sheet pan recipe featuring juicy chicken thighs, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
- 1 cup (150 g) pitted Kalamata or green olives, halved
- 4 oz (115 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1 medium red onion, sliced into thin wedges
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes if time allows, or roast immediately.
- Arrange the chicken on a large rimmed baking sheet, skin-side up, spaced out evenly.
- Scatter the sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and olives around the chicken pieces. Drizzle any leftover marinade over the veggies.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables and return to the oven for another 5 minutes to keep the cheese creamy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh oregano or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before marinating to help crisp the skin. Let chicken rest after roasting to lock in juices. If skin browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting. For dairy-free option, omit feta or substitute with toasted pine nuts. Marinate chicken ahead for deeper flavor. Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for best moisture and crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 30
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