Are you ready to transform an ordinary weeknight dinner into a culinary adventure? This Chicken with Chiles, Olives, and Roasted Garlic recipe is not just a meal—it's a symphony of bold flavors that will transport your senses to a world of mouth-watering excitement. Imagine tender, crispy-skinned chicken thighs nestled with smoky green chiles, briny olives, and melt-in-your-mouth roasted garlic, creating a dish that's both rustic and sophisticated.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup green chiles, diced
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1 head garlic, roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare a large cast-iron skillet or roasting pan.
- Prepare the garlic by cutting off the top of the head, drizzling with olive oil, and wrapping in aluminum foil. Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until soft and golden.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs and add diced green chiles and sliced olives around the meat in the skillet.
- Remove the roasted garlic from the oven, squeeze the soft cloves out of their skins, and scatter them around the chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5-10 minutes. Serve hot, spooning pan juices, chiles, olives, and roasted garlic over the chicken.
Tips
- Pat the chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown skin that will make your guests swoon.
- Use a cast-iron skillet if possible—it provides even heat distribution and helps create that perfect sear.
- Don't rush the roasted garlic! Low and slow is the key to transforming raw garlic into a sweet, caramelized delicacy.
- Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check chicken doneness—165°F (74°C) is the magic temperature for perfectly cooked, juicy chicken.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each bite is succulent and flavorful.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 348kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 23g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 80mg
