Greek Chicken Recipe
Description: 🍗🇬🇷 I came up with this recipe last year—it was one of those “hmmm, here’s what we got now let’s make something” moments. It’s very good and the whole family likes it. You can sub broccoli for the spinach if you like.
Total Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (42 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 213
- Fat: 3.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Cholesterol: 68.4mg
- Sodium: 119.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.1g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 4.2g
- Protein: 32.2g
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 can | Tomatoes |
| 1 pkg | Frozen spinach |
| 1 | Mushroom |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 cloves | Garlic |
| 1/2 cup | Dry red wine |
| – | Oregano |
| 1 cup | Black olives |
| – | Green olives |
| – | Feta cheese |
Instructions
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Lightly salt and pepper chicken and fry in oil—slice each breast into 4 or 5 thick slices. You want it only halfway cooked.
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Add tomatoes with juice, spinach, and mushrooms. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add onions, garlic, and oregano and simmer for 3 minutes.
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Check to see if chicken is cooked through. If done, add wine and olives and heat through.
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Add half of the feta and remove from heat—toss.
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Offer remaining feta at the table.
This Greek Chicken recipe is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful tomatoes, earthy mushrooms, and savory olives creates a harmony of tastes that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece. Plus, with its low carb and low cholesterol profile, it’s a healthy option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy! 🥗🍅🍷