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Greek Chicken Lemon Feta

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A flavorful and healthy Greek chicken dish featuring juicy chicken, tangy lemon, and creamy feta, perfect for gluten-free diets.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • Fresh lemons (for zest and juice)
  • Authentic Greek feta cheese
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Dried Greek oregano
  • Minced garlic
  • Sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: Cherry tomatoes
  • Optional: Kalamata olives
  • Optional: Thinly sliced red onion
  • Optional: Bell peppers
  • Optional: Chicken broth or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Pat the boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) dry with paper towels and trim off any excess fat. Place the chicken in a large bowl or a resealable bag. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Whisk together the juice of two lemons, a few tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 3–4 cloves of minced garlic, and 2 teaspoons of dried Greek oregano in a small bowl. Add the zest of one lemon to the marinade.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated, and massage the chicken to work in the flavors.
  4. Cover the bowl or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2–4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off.
  6. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. If using optional vegetables like cherry tomatoes or Kalamata olives, arrange them around the seared chicken in the skillet.
  8. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes for chicken breasts, or 20-25 minutes for chicken thighs, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. Crumble the feta cheese over the chicken and vegetables about 5-7 minutes before the chicken is fully cooked.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and an extra squeeze of lemon juice. Serve warm with pan juices spooned over.

Notes

Always check that your ingredients are certified gluten-free to prevent exposure to hidden gluten.

Nutrition

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