Simple Simmered Grecian Chicken

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Simple Simmered Grecian Chicken for an easy and flavorful dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
5 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 cup diced red onion
3 cups cherry tomatoes , halved
1/2 cup red wine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup kalamata olive , sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
327
Sugar
2g
Fat
20g
This One-Pot Simmered Grecian Chicken recipe is an easy and flavorful dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights or a lazy weekend meal. Inspired by the flavors of Greece, this dish is full of bright, fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. The chicken breast is cooked to perfection in a single skillet, making clean-up a breeze. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves a good one-pot meal that is both delicious and nutritious.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil and red wine in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium heat.
2.Add chicken breasts and brown on each side until lightly golden, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
3.Add garlic and onion to the skillet, and cook until fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes.
4.Pour in remaining red wine and continue to cook for another minute.
5.Add cherry tomatoes, thyme, and basil to the skillet and stir to combine.
6.Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
7.Add kalamata olives and parsley to the skillet, and stir to combine.
8.Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.

PROS

This One-Pot Simmered Grecian Chicken is quick and easy to make, requiring only one pot and a handful of ingredients.

The dish is flavorful and bursting with the bright, fresh flavors of cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of prep work with chopping garlic, onion, and cherry tomatoes.

It may not be appealing to people who do not like the taste of kalamata olives.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken breasts are a great source of lean protein.
Tomatoes are high in lycopene and vitamin C, which have been known to protect against cancer and heart disease.
Kalamata olives are high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, while feta cheese provides a great source of calcium.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.