Description
High Protein Mediterranean Chicken is a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s quick to prepare, perfect for busy nights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare the cooking surface with nonstick spray.
- Toss cherry tomatoes in olive oil with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). For oven baking, cook for approximately 25-30 minutes.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, sprinkle crumbled feta over the chicken if desired.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Feel free to add olives or sun-dried tomatoes for added complexity.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 140mg