Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with the bright flavors of lemon and creamy feta, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 large lemons (juice)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (Optional)
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken breasts to the hot grill or skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the chicken in the final minutes of cooking.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the chicken, top with remaining feta, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Allow marination for longer for enhanced flavors. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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