Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta
A flavorful and easy-to-make Greek dish that features marinated chicken breasts topped with feta cheese and Kalamata olives, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken by adding it to the marinade, covering, and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bring the chicken to room temperature.
- Sear the marinated chicken in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and sliced Kalamata olives on top of the chicken.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for longer enhances the flavor; consider using fresh herbs for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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