Description
Greek chicken with lemon and feta brings Mediterranean flavors dancing across your plate, celebrating fresh ingredients from Greece. Zesty herbs, tangy feta, and succulent chicken create a simple yet elegant meal that will transport you to sunny Aegean coastlines with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound thin-sliced chicken breast
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
Marinade and Seasoning:
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
- Additional lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Create a vibrant marinade by zesting and juicing lemons, then blending with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
- Separate 1/4 cup of the marinade for later use, then immerse chicken pieces completely in the remaining mixture, ensuring each portion is evenly coated.
- Refrigerate the marinated chicken for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to penetrate deeply into the meat.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, adding a light drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place marinated chicken in the hot skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the bottom develops a golden-brown crust.
- Flip the chicken and continue cooking an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a serving plate, generously drizzling the reserved marinade for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Garnish the chicken with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley, creating a visually appealing and aromatic presentation.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, allowing diners to adjust the citrus intensity to their preference.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes allows the zesty lemon and aromatic herbs to deeply penetrate the meat, creating a more flavorful and tender result.
- For a lighter version, use skinless chicken breasts and reduce the olive oil to cut down on calories without compromising taste.
- Gluten-free diets can enjoy this recipe as-is, making it a versatile option for various dietary needs.
- Meal prep warriors can marinate the chicken overnight, intensifying the Greek-inspired flavors and saving time during busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 511 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 664 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 47 g
- Cholesterol: 141 mg