Garlic Chicken with Olives: A Flavorful Culinary Adventure

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup green olives, pitted and halved
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 Prise Salt
• 1 Prise Pepper
• 1 pieces lemon, zest and juice
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano. Ensure they are well-coated for maximum flavor.
2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Stir in the green olives and cherry tomatoes, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
5. Return the chicken to the skillet, along with the lemon zest and juice. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if using. Cover and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
6. Once the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F/75°C), remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.