Description
A deliciously flavored dish featuring chicken marinated in lemon, herbs, and garlic for a taste of Greece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
- Extra chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl or resealable bag, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally up to 4 hours for optimal flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place marinated chicken breasts in a single layer within a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over the chicken.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For best results, allow the chicken to marinate for several hours.
- This dish can be paired with a side of Greek salad or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 5 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg