Description
Greek Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish that perfectly balances tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fresh vegetables in a creamy feta sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners, this casserole brings Mediterranean flavors to your table with minimal effort. It’s an easy recipe that promises delightful aromas and satisfying bites, making it a go-to meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Sear in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for one minute until fragrant. Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional two minutes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and sprinkle with oregano.
- Layer the seared chicken in a greased casserole dish, pour the tomato mixture over it, and top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg