Description
Greek Chicken Delight is a quick dinner idea that combines fresh Mediterranean flavors with easy prep. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in lemon, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then pan-seared and topped with crumbled feta. It’s perfect for healthy meals, summer dinners, and flavorful food ideas that come together fast. Whether served with a salad, in a wrap, or over rice, this easy recipe adds variety to your dinner ideas and makes meal planning simple and delicious.
Ingredients
⅓ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2. Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or dish and pour in the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
3. Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry lightly with paper towels.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
6. Transfer chicken to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
7. Slice the chicken into strips and place on a serving dish.
8. Top with crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Pound chicken to even thickness for faster and more even cooking.
Don’t skip resting the chicken after cooking; it keeps the juices locked in.
Add grilled vegetables or olives for extra Mediterranean flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg