Grecian Chicken Recipe 🍗
Description: This Grecian Chicken recipe, inspired by dishes served at banquet events in many local restaurants, offers simplicity, speed, and scalability for large gatherings. Easily adjust the seasonings to cater to your taste preferences. It’s a low-carb option, perfect for those watching their carb intake, and it can be prepared in less than an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: Adjust as needed
Ingredients:
- 1 to 3 Chicken thighs
- Shortening
- Lemon juice
- Lemon pepper
- Dried oregano
- Butter
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 239.9
- Fat: 17.3g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95.5mg
- Sodium: 86.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 19.6g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Pan: Place a baking pan (not glassware) on the stovetop. Heat it slightly to melt enough shortening to cover the bottom, about 1/8 inch. Be cautious not to overheat the pan.
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Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken thighs side by side, skin side up, in the pan.
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Season Chicken:
- Brush the top of each chicken piece with some of the melted shortening.
- Sprinkle a small amount of lemon juice over the entire contents of the pan.
- Sprinkle a small amount of lemon pepper on top of each chicken piece.
- Repeat the same steps, but this time use garlic salt.
- Cover each piece with a small amount of dried oregano, adjusting the quantity to your taste.
- Place approximately 1/8-inch pat of butter on each piece of chicken.
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Bake: Bake the chicken, uncovered, in the preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-50 minutes.
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Broil: Once the chicken is baked, remove the pan from the oven. Turn on the broiler. Place the pan with chicken under the broiler and broil it just long enough to make the top of each piece nice and crispy. This step is quick, so keep an eye on the chicken and check it frequently to prevent burning.
Tips:
- Choice of Shortening: Solid Crisco shortening is recommended for its enhanced taste compared to most liquid vegetable oils.
- Skinless Thighs: While you can opt for skinless thighs to reduce fat content, note that it may affect the final taste and results of the recipe.
Additional Notes:
- Variation: Chicken legs can also be used in combination with thighs for this recipe.
- Scalability: This recipe is ideal for large quantities, making it perfect for gatherings and events.
Enjoy this flavorful Grecian Chicken dish, perfect for any occasion! Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress your guests.
