Description
This Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender, thin-sliced chicken breasts marinated with zesty lemon, garlic, oregano, and smoked paprika. Topped with crumbly feta cheese and fresh parsley, it’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for a light, Mediterranean-inspired meal that serves 4.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade
- 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 + a pinch of sea salt
- 1/4 tsp coarse black pepper
Main
- 1 pound thin-sliced chicken breast
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
- Additional wedges of lemon, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine the lemon juice and zest, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and coarse black pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the thin-sliced chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden color. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Add feta and parsley: Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the chicken while still warm so they slightly melt and release their aromas.
- Serve: Transfer the chicken to plates and serve immediately with additional lemon wedges for squeezing over the top. Pair with a fresh salad, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes if time allows.
- If you prefer, bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400°F (205°C) for about 20 minutes instead of skillet cooking.
- Use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor, but dried garlic powder is a convenient substitute.
- Thin-sliced chicken breasts help the chicken cook quickly and stay tender.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially the salt, considering the saltiness of feta cheese.
