Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta

A delightful dish featuring perfectly seasoned chicken, bright lemon juice, and creamy feta cheese, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Calories: 325

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 pieces chicken breasts Boneless, skinless recommended
2 tablespoons olive oil Plus extra for the sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 piece lemon, juiced Fresh lemon recommended
1 teaspoon dried oregano
to taste pinch salt To taste
to taste pinch pepper To taste
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled High-quality feta recommended
to garnish handful fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or dill) Optional, for decoration

Method

Cooking

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, and additional olive oil if desired.
Pour the garlic-lemon sauce over the cooked chicken.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for a few hours before cooking. Serve with Greek salad or pita bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.