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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes & Olives

Bright, zesty, and cooked to juicy perfection in a pressure cooker, this lemon chicken recipe features Mediterranean flavors from olives, garlic, and artichokes in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker For cooking chicken

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 4 Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for searing
  • 1 Lemon sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 cup Canned artichoke hearts drained
  • ½ cup Pitted Kalamata olives
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ cup Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Turn pressure cooker to sauté setting, heat olive oil, and sear chicken on both sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Layer lemon slices, artichoke hearts, and olives on top of the chicken. Pour in the chicken broth.
  • Secure lid. Set cooker to high pressure and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Quick release steam. Open lid and spoon some broth over chicken for serving.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with rice, couscous, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.