Mediterranean Chicken Delight: Greek Capers & Feta Harmony πΏπ
Greek Chicken With Capers, Raisins, and Feta Recipe π
Total Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Lemons slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken: Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of plastic wrap; flatten to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
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Dredge Chicken: In a shallow dish, combine the flour and oregano. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, coating both sides evenly.
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Heat Oil: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick fry pan over medium-high heat.
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Cook Chicken: Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
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Saute Onions: In the same pan, add chopped onions and sautΓ© for 2 minutes until they are translucent and fragrant.
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Add Ingredients: Stir in the chicken broth, golden raisins, and lemon juice. Cook for 3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits.
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Simmer Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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Prepare Sauce: Stir capers into the sauce, allowing them to infuse their briny flavor.
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Serve: Place each chicken breast on individual plates and keep warm. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, distributing it evenly. Sprinkle each serving with crumbled feta cheese.
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Garnish: Optionally, garnish each plate with lemon slices for a fresh burst of citrus flavor.
This Greek-inspired chicken dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavors, from the tangy capers to the sweet golden raisins and salty feta cheese. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner, and it pairs beautifully with a side of curried couscous and a crisp green salad. With just 249.9 calories per serving and a whopping 28.8 grams of protein, it’s not only delicious but also low in calories and high in protein, making it a healthy choice for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking up a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this Greek chicken with capers, raisins, and feta is sure to impress! πΏπ








