Lemon and Olive Chicken

Recipe by Philippe Etchebest

A tender chicken thigh dish, flavored with blanched lemon, garlic, onion, ginger, green olives and fresh coriander. A simple, economical recipe full of Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a convivial dinner.

MediumFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
31m
Prep
1h 7m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 50m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$11.49
Per serving:$2.87

Critical Success Points

  • Sear the chicken until a beautiful coloration to achieve a crispy skin.
  • Blanch the lemon twice to eliminate bitterness.
  • Simmer the chicken for 45 minutes over low heat to ensure tender meat.

Safety Warnings

  • Very hot oil can cause splatters: keep your face away.
  • Handle raw chicken with separate utensils to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Use gloves or a cloth to handle the knife when deboning.

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