Greek Chicken
Juicy Greek chicken marinated with lemon, garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil, then grilled or baked and finished with tangy feta and grilled lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill or Bake
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (sliced)
- ⅓ cup feta (crumbled)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice (2 lemons, juiced)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves, minced)
- 1 tablespoon thyme (fresh, leaves only)
- 1 tablespoon oregano (fresh, chopped)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a sealable jar, bag, or small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a casserole dish or sealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- For grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly brush the grates with oil. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken with the lid closed for 6 minutes. Turn and grill for another 5-7 minutes, until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.
- Grill the lemon slices for about 30 seconds per side. Remove the chicken from the grill and immediately top with crumbled feta and grilled lemon slices.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- For the oven method, marinate the chicken as directed and preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place the chicken breasts in a casserole dish and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160-165°F.
- Remove from the oven, top with feta, and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for several hours or overnight.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- For food safety, allow carryover cooking to bring the chicken to 165°F before serving.
- Serve with a Greek salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or warm pita.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
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