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The best One Skillet Greek Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Farro…because it’s true, skillet dinners are the BEST. Greek seasoned chicken with fresh oregano, dill, garlic, lemon, and paprika, pan seared and cooked with healthy farro, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives for a delicious all in one skillet dinner. It’s quick, simple, easy, healthy, and delicious. Finish off with a little feta cheese and toasted pine-nuts, for a true Greek inspired dinner that everyone will love.
Do you have a fall back dinner? You know, a tried and true recipe. One you really enjoy making, that’s easy, and that you can always count on to be good?
Oddly, I only have a handful, since I’m constantly creating new recipes for HBH (or other projects). I rarely repeat recipes once they’ve been posted. Which is kind of sad, since I have SO many favorite recipes that I love so much on the blog. Maybe I should start revamping some of the older recipes from way back in the day (like the 1st year or so), and show them some love?
Would you guys be into that? Like retro HBH recipes that are revamped to be easier, better,…and probably prettier too?
Hmm, my wheels are now spinning. Let me know your thoughts!
Anyway, what I’m getting at is this, while I may not have fall back recipes, I do have fall back cooking methods. And one skillet and done dinners are my all time favorites. I have a few them on the blog. And from what I can see, you guys love these skillet dinners too!
This Greek chicken came to be for two reasons.
One, I had just finished up a day of writing. And while I probably should have kept my head buried in my computer screen. I simply couldn’t look at my screen anymore. So naturally, the first thing I decided to do was cook.
Two, it was late. I had very little in my fridge, other than some wilting spinach, herbs, and chicken. I knew it was a skillet dinner kind of night. All of the ingredients I had on hand felt very Mediterranean. So Greek…ish chicken with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and farro it was.
I based the chicken seasoning off of my favorite Greek chicken recipe and then pan seared it before adding in the farro. I debated for a while about whether or not I should use farro or quinoa. But in the end, I wanted to use something a little different. If you’re unfamiliar with Farro, it’s a Mediterranean grain that’s very similar to rice. I like to think of it as a chewier rice with a bit more flavor. It’s delicious, healthy, and hearty. Of course, you can use quinoa, or even regular rice, in place of the farro. The cooking times will be similar. But I’m encouraging you to be a little different, and to give the farro a try.
Promise it’s good.
So add in the farro, along with plenty of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Then stir in the chicken broth and transfer everything to the oven to finish cooking. Once the chicken is done, your farro will be fluffy, and your kitchen will smell amazing. Finish the dish off with fresh lemon juice, a good amount of feta cheese, and toasted pine nuts.
Simple, but so good, and very healthy too!
Here’s what I can tell you. If I wasn’t making new recipes all day, everyday, I’d be making this Greek chicken once or twice a week. It’s that good.
Also? The leftovers make for a great salad and are soooo goooood when stuffed into fresh pitas. Add a tzatziki and all of the sudden your leftovers become a gyro. Cool. Cool.
If you make this Skillet Greek Chicken, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
One Skillet, Geek Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Farro
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 834 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, or small thighs
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked farro or quinoa
- 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup oil packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- juice of 1 lemon
- 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, the chicken, balsamic vinegar, dill, oregano, paprika, garlic, and a large pinch of both salt and pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the chicken. 3. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large dutch oven or cast iron skillet, set over medium high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden, about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet.4. To the same skillet, add the farro. Cook 2-3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over high heat and stir. Slide in the chicken and any juices left on the plate back into the skillet. Transfer to the oven and roast for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the farro becomes soft.4. Serve the chicken topped with feta, dill, and pine nuts.
This post was originally published on January 9, 2019
This was fantastic! I think I might use a little more farro next time as there is enough liquid and it is so, so delicious!
Thank you so much Mary!
Just finished eating this awesome dish. A few comments: Next time will use more farro (it tasted delicious, by the way) and increase spinach, which I didn’t add to skillet until close to end of cooking time.
Delicious!
Thank you so much Chris! I am so glad you loved this recipe!
Excellent! Didn’t have farro so i put orzo instead!
Perfect! I am so glad you loved this!
This looks delicious but just wanted to let you know that the farro isn’t gluten free. I clicked on gf to narrow down recipes and this one popped up. I still plan to make it but only with quinoa or rice vs the farro.
Just a heads up for anyone who may be newly diagnosed with celiac or gf.
Thanks!
Thank you so much! I will make sure that gets changed!
This looks delicious and yes, I’d love to see throwback favorites! You have so many good ones it’s hard to keep track of them all sometimes! <3
Thank you so much Sarah! You’re too kind!
These flavors are the best, what a perfect dinner idea!
Thank you so much Laura!
I have Trader Joe’s 10 minute farro – do you think that will work or do you think it will get mushy? Thank you – I love, love your recipes!
Hmm, I think that will work. It might be a little softer, but I am sure still fine. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much!! xTieghan
Oh my iloved this! And I was missing kalmatta olives and feta and it was still delicious! Used a high quality balsamic high I believe was key. My Farro had some extra liquid but that was ok too. WIll probably ly double the spinach too. Thanks for this one! Felt like a fancy restaurant I. Our home!
Thank you so much Lisa! I am so glad you loved this recipe!
Made it tonight and it is SO good. Thank you for this!
Thank you Sara!
@Amber _ If I’m not mistaken I believe the olive oil measurement she used is a total of tablespoons. So 1/4cup is equal to 4Tbsp 🙂
This recipe tastes amazing!!
Very easy & delicious!
Thanks Tieghan!
The whole family loved it.
I am so glad everyone loved this Monica! Thank you!
I saw this recipe this morning and immediately decided to make it for dinner tonight.
It is delicious!!! I may make it again on Sunday for some friends.
My husband is crazy for this dish. The flavors are fabulous.
I may be missing something. You mentioned butter and lemon slices in the directions but not the list of ingredients. I used about 1 tablespoon of butter and sliced a Meyer lemon. The lemon flavor was lovely in the dish. Also, I used smokey paprika because that is what I had and it was strong but not overpowering. I really like the smokey flavor with the Greek ingredients. You have a winner here, Tieghan!
Hi Deborah! I am so glad you loved this recipe! Thank you so much for making it!
hey girl- this looks amazing!
Thank you Shawnna!
I made this tonight using dried herbs instead of fresh (because I had them on hand), skipped the butter and lemon slices part and it still turned out delicious. Even my picky 13 y.o. said it tasted “restaurant quality.” I’m going to scale it up and use fresh herbs this weekend for dinner guests. Thanks for the recipe!
That is so amazing! I am so glad you loved this recipe, Sheila! Thank you!
I just love your website and recipes. Have made many, and they are always a hit!
Preparing this dish tonight for dinner. I noticed that you missed a couple of ingredients in the list – butter (quantity), really need two lemons – one for juice and one for slices, and finally pine nuts. Smells great – can’t wait to dig in.
I hope this turns out amazing for you Leslie! Thank you so much!