For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. Adjust cooking time accordingly. Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or tomatoes. Serve with a side of couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Mediterranean Chicken with Eggplant
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PREP TIME50 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING5 People
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Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean with this vibrant and flavorful dish. Tender chicken and silky eggplant are bathed in a rich tomato sauce, infused with aromatic oregano, creating a symphony of tastes that will delight your senses.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol82 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein36 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium147 mg
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Sugar10 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Prepare the Eggplant: Place eggplant slices in a large bowl filled with lightly salted water. Soak for 30 minutes to draw out any bitterness. (30 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Sauté the Eggplant: Remove eggplant from the water and pat dry with paper towels. Brush lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté in a large skillet over medium-high heat, or grill, until lightly browned on both sides. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Sauté Chicken and Onion: In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and onion and sauté until chicken is cooked through and onion is softened. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Simmer the Sauce: Stir in tomato paste and white wine (or water), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Assemble and Bake: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Pour chicken/tomato mixture evenly over the sautéed eggplant in the baking dish. Season generously with oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until eggplant is very tender and sauce is bubbling. (30 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Hipolito Hintz
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is a keeper! So easy and the ingredients are accessible.
Elaina Vandervort
Jun 20, 2025I am so happy to have found this recipe!
Isac Stiedemann
Jun 17, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. I will be making this again.
Geovanny Willms
Nov 30, 2024I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit. The flavors are so vibrant and Mediterranean. Thank you for sharing!
Sheldon Gibson
Sep 2, 2024This recipe is fantastic! The eggplant was so tender, and the chicken was perfectly cooked. My family loved it!
Esmeralda Morar
Mar 17, 2024I added some Kalamata olives and feta cheese, and it was amazing! Definitely recommend trying that variation.
Philip Mckenzie
Sep 28, 2023The soaking of eggplant is the key to removing bitterness! My family really loved this dish!
King Ferry
Aug 20, 2023I am rating this 5 stars! Thank you!