Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta Recipe
This Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring thin-sliced chicken breasts marinated in a zesty lemon and herb mixture, then pan-seared to perfection and topped with tangy feta cheese and fresh parsley. Perfect for a quick and healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced or 1 tsp dried garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp plus a pinch of sea salt
- 1/4 tsp coarse black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound thin-sliced chicken breast
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
- Additional wedges of lemon for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until they form a well-emulsified marinade. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for drizzling later.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the thin-sliced chicken breast to the remaining marinade in the bowl. Use tongs to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a nonstick skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add a small drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Chicken: Lay the marinated chicken pieces in the skillet in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes until the bottom side achieves a golden-brown color.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Turn the chicken over using tongs and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through completely and juices run clear when sliced.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken onto a serving plate. Drizzle the reserved marinade over the top, then sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley. Garnish with additional lemon wedges and serve immediately.
Notes
- For juicier chicken, consider marinating for up to 2 hours but not longer to avoid texture changes.
- If you prefer, dried garlic powder can be used instead of fresh garlic for convenience.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of Greek salad, rice pilaf, or crusty bread.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure that the paprika and any other spices used are verified gluten-free.
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