Description
If you’re craving a meal that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta is the perfect recipe. Juicy, garlic-marinated chicken is roasted to golden perfection with fresh lemon, oregano, and a touch of olive oil, then finished with crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, salty contrast.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for added depth)
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional Additions:
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)
- ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives (for extra Mediterranean flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
- Place the marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish.
- Scatter the sliced red onion and lemon rounds around the chicken.
- Pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Step 4: Add the Feta and Serve
- Remove the chicken from the oven and immediately sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight—this will enhance the lemony, garlicky taste.
- Don’t skip the resting time! Letting the chicken sit for a few minutes after baking helps it stay juicy.
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for even more flavor. Just increase the cooking time to 35–40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg