Mediterranean Skillet Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside., In the same skillet, heat 1 cup broth, lemon juice and dried basil. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth; stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in spinach and shrimp; cook until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta; serve with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and fresh basil.

ONE-SKILLET MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN RECIPE WITH TOMATOES AND GREEN OLIVES

Steps:

• Pat the chicken breasts dry. On each side of the chicken breasts make three slits through.
• Spread the garlic on both sides; insert some garlic into the slits you made. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper and 1/2 of the dried oregano.
• In a large cast iron skillet, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil on medium-high. Brown the chicken on both sides. Add the white wine and let reduce by 1/2 then add the lemon juice and chicken broth. Sprinkle the remaining oregano on top. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover with a lid or tightly with foil. Cook for 10-15 mins turning the chicken over once (chicken's internal temperature should reach 165 degrees F.)
• Uncover and top with the chopped onions, tomatoes and olives. Cover again and cook for only 3 minutes. Finally add the parsley and feta cheese. Serve with a light pasta, rice or couscous. Enjoy

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SKILLET

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and saute until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
• Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet. Add the tomatoes and cook until they start to blister, pop and release their juices, about 3 minutes. Lightly mash them with a wooden spoon or fork. Stir in the artichoke hearts with the marinade, olives and roasted red peppers. Season with salt and pepper and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and cooked chicken and cook for another minute.
• Meanwhile, cook the frozen rice according to the package instructions. Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and top with the chicken mixture.

MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP SKILLET

Steps:

• Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add zucchini; cook and stir 1 min. Add shrimp; cook 8 to 10 min. or until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently.
• Stir in tomatoes and dressing; cook on medium-low heat 3 to 4 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese.
• Serve over rice.

MEDITERRANEAN SKILLET

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over moderate heat
• Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper
• When the chicken pieces start to brown, add potatoes, garlic, onions and red pepper and season with a bit more salt and pepper
• Continue browning chicken and vegetables for about 10 minutes, stirring often
• Add wine and allow to bubble for a couple of minutes
• Add basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes (squash these a bit first) and paprika
• Cover and reduce heat to low
• Cook for 30 minutes, covered, stirring occasionally, or until potatoes are tender and chicken is fully cooked
• Remove from heat and add spinach, stirring to combine
• Serve immediately with crusty baguettes and alioli

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SKILLET DINNER

Steps:

• Combine 1/2 teaspoon oregano and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, adding salt if desired. Sprinkle evenly over top of chicken.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan, seasoned-side down. Cover and cook until browned, about 6 minutes. Turn chicken over, and top each breast with 2 lemon slices. Cover and cook 6 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of chicken registers 165 degrees F. Place chicken on a plate; cover loosely to keep warm.
• Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add rice, chicken stock, remaining 1/2 teaspoon oregano, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper to skillet. Gradually add spinach, stirring gently until spinach wilts. Nestle chicken breasts back in skillet. Sprinkle with cheese and pine nuts.