Description
This vibrant Mediterranean chicken dish combines juicy, marinated chicken with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F) or oven to 425°F.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). If using the oven, bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Toss cherry tomatoes and olives in olive oil and seasonings; roast alongside the chicken or on the grill during the last few minutes.
- Let the chicken rest before serving with roasted veggies on top; sprinkle with feta if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg