Braised Greek Chicken and Artichokes Recipe

Braised Greek Chicken and Artichokes Recipe

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 chicken breast halves with skin and bones
  • 2 6-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained, 2 tablespoons marinade reserved
  • 3/4 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  1. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and sauté chicken until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons reserved marinade, broth, lemon juice, peel, and crushed pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until chicken is almost cooked through, about 10 minutes. Uncover; stir in artichokes and 2 tablespoons oregano. Simmer until liquid is slightly reduced and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon oregano. Season with salt and pepper; serve.