Greek-Style Lemony Chicken Breasts With Kalamata Olives and Feta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Greek-Style Lemony Chicken Breasts With Kalamata Olives and Feta Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 chicken breasts ( bone-in )
8 large fresh minced garlic cloves ( can use more )
4 tablespoons olive oil , divided
salt ( I use seasoned salt for this )
black pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
4 lemons , thinly sliced
20 kalamata olives , pitted ( or to taste )
1/4 cup olive oil ( optional )
1 cup crumbled feta cheese ( can use more )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
649
Sugar
2g
Fat
49g
If you're looking for a delicious and healthy chicken recipe to add to your weekly rotation, look no further than this Greek-Style Lemony Chicken Breasts With Kalamata Olives and Feta Recipe! The blend of flavors in this dish is inspired by Greek cuisine, which is known for its emphasis on fresh herbs, spices and healthy ingredients. This dish is easy to prepare and can be served with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables, rice or salad. The best part is that it's a one-dish meal, which means less clean-up afterward. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you don't have much time to cook, but still want something healthy and delicious.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a small bowl, combine minced garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and set aside.
3.Place chicken breasts on a baking dish, skin side up and brush with remaining olive oil.
4.Sprinkle seasoned salt, black pepper and oregano over chicken breasts.
5.Arrange lemon slices and kalamata olives around the chicken.
6.Drizzle garlic and olive oil mixture over the chicken.
7.Bake for 45 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
8.Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the chicken and bake for additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.

PROS

This dish is a flavorful and easy to make main course that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend meal.

The blend of garlic, lemon, olives, and feta cheese gives this dish a unique taste and texture which is sure to delight your taste buds.

CONS

Bone-in chicken breasts can be tough to cook, it’s important to ensure that the chicken is fully cooked before serving.

Also, this dish can be high in sodium due to seasoned salt, kalamata olives and feta cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and healthy fats.
Chicken is a great source of lean protein which can help with weight management, muscle growth and repair.
Kalamata olives are a good source of healthy fats, minerals and antioxidants that can help lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
Feta cheese is a good source of calcium, protein and vitamin B12 which are essential nutrients for strong bones and overall health.

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