Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Peppers, Mushrooms, and Onions

This dish features succulent chicken thighs seasoned with a blend of Mediterranean spices, sautéed with vibrant bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and sweet onions. The combination creates a harmony of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal that is both traditional and slightly creative with the addition of olives and feta cheese for a refreshing twist. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, this recipe is gluten-free and high in protein.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and cumin.
4. Sear the chicken thighs, skin side down, for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
6. Add the sliced bell peppers and mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the kalamata olives and nestle the chicken thighs back into the skillet.
8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.