Created by Kchurchill5 on November 29, 2011
Step 1: Chicken ... Bring the chicken to room temperature and season with the oregano, salt and pepper and rub it in well. You can even marinate this all day in a ziploc bag. That also gives the chicken great flavor if you decide to do that.
Step 2: Saute ... To a large saute pan, add the olive oil and bring to medium high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 3: Sauce ... Move the chicken over to one side of the pan and add all the ingredients for the sauce to the other side; the salsa, garlic, olives, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, chicken broth and mix well. Move the chicken back over the sauce and flip the thighs a few times to make sure they are coated in the sauce. Cover and cook 30-40 minutes on low heat until the chicken is tender and almost falling apart. After 30 minutes, check the seasoning; add any additional salt and pepper if necessary. Also, if the sauce seems a bit thick, add a bit more broth if you want.
Step 4: Finish and Serve ... Once the chicken is tender, finish the dish by adding the fresh cilantro. Serve over yellow, white, or your favorite Mexican rice; and black beans are also a great side dish. Garnish the chicken with lime wedges. ENJOY!