Description
A zesty, herb-infused chicken dish with bold citrus and earthy Mediterranean flavors. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in lemon, garlic, and herbs then baked to golden perfection, paired with briny olives, creamy halal-certified feta, and served with Greek salad or crusty bread for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 2 large lemons (about 1/4 cup total)
Zest of 1 lemon
4 cloves garlic, minced (1 tsp finely chopped = 1 clove)
1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)
1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh leaves)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tbsp dried)
1/2 cup halal-certified crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl
Submerge chicken breasts in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight
Transfer chicken to a parchment-lined baking dish, discarding excess marinade
Top with crumbled feta cheese and scatter kalamata olives over 2 of the breasts
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and tops are golden
Notes
Let chicken rest 10 minutes before slicing for juicier results
Switch kalamata olives for green olives if preferred
Extra marinade can double as a side dressing for salads or couscous
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days in refrigerator
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/4 cup marinade elements
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg