Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek chicken with this easy-to-follow recipe. Bursting with zesty lemon, fragrant herbs, and succulent chicken, every bite is a delightful celebration of Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish promises to impress guests without spending all day in the kitchen. With a simple marinade that allows for customization, you’ll have a visually stunning and flavorful meal on your table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the bowl and coat well with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let cooked chicken rest for five minutes before slicing and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve with sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg