Description
This delicious Greek Chicken with Lemon and Feta is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender, marinated chicken breasts baked to perfection with a tangy lemon-oregano marinade and topped with creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired dinner, it offers a blend of bright citrus, savory herbs, and rich textures, garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 large lemons (juice)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping and Garnish
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create a vibrant marinade.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a resealable bag, pour the marinade over them, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate. For best flavor, marinate overnight.
- Arrange Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the bag and place them in a baking dish. Pour any leftover marinade over the chicken to keep it juicy and flavorful.
- Add Feta Cheese: Evenly sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the chicken breasts.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the feta cheese is bubbly with a slight golden hue.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Slice and enjoy with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness even more.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best citrus flavor.
- You can substitute dried oregano with fresh oregano if available; use about 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano instead.
- If you want a crispier cheese topping, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or rice pilaf.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Keywords: Greek chicken, lemon chicken, baked chicken, feta cheese, Mediterranean, easy dinner, chicken breasts, healthy chicken recipe
