Description
High Protein Mediterranean Chicken is a flavorful and nutritious dish, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, arrange the marinated chicken with cherry tomatoes and red onion wedges. Drizzle remaining marinade over the top.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Let rest briefly before serving alongside a salad or bread to soak up the juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg