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Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta Recipe

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This Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta is a perfectly seasoned dinner recipe featuring tender thin-sliced chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then pan-seared to golden perfection. Finished with a tangy drizzle of reserved marinade, fresh parsley, and crumbled feta, this dish combines bright Mediterranean flavors in an easy and quick meal.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Marinade and Chicken

  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for cooking
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced or 1 tsp dried garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp + a pinch of sea salt
  • ¼ tsp coarse black pepper
  • 1 pound thin-sliced chicken breast cutlets

Garnish

  • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
  • Additional lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Make Marinade and Marinate: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the marinade is fully emulsified. Set aside ¼ cup of this marinade for later use. Add the chicken cutlets to the remaining marinade and toss with tongs to coat each piece evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
  2. Cook Chicken: When ready to cook, heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the hot pan. Place the marinated chicken cutlets into the skillet and sear until the undersides are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip the chicken and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, white in the center, and juices run clear when cut.
  3. To Finish: Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate. Drizzle the reserved ¼ cup marinade over the chicken to add extra flavor. Sprinkle the top with crumbled feta cheese and fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the chicken as desired. Enjoy your fresh and flavorful Greek chicken dinner!

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for longer (up to 2 hours) for more intense flavor.
  • Use thin-sliced chicken cutlets for faster cooking and even searing.
  • Nonstick skillet is recommended for easy cooking and cleanup.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially the salt and lemon juice, based on personal preference.
  • Serve with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/greek-chicken-with-lemon-and-feta-recipe/