Description
High Protein Mediterranean Chicken is a mouthwatering dish featuring juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon, garlic, and aromatic herbs. This quick and healthy recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, top the chicken with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese.
- Once cooked, garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg