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Lemon Oregano Chicken Thighs with Greek Salad

Crispy pan-seared chicken thighs with bright lemon, garlic, and oregano, served alongside a simple Greek salad. Ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
35g
Lemon Oregano Chicken Thighs with Greek Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken thighs dry, then season generously with salt, pepper, and oregano on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Sear chicken skin-side down without moving for 6 minutes until golden and crispy.

  4. Step 4

    Flip chicken, add garlic and lemon halves, cook 5 more minutes until cooked through.

  5. Step 5

    Toss cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion with a squeeze of lemon and pinch of salt.

  6. Step 6

    Serve chicken with pan juices drizzled on top alongside the Greek salad.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • paper towels

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