Greek Lemon Herb Chicken with Feta

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Cuisine: Greek
Categories: Grilling

This Greek-inspired chicken dish is bursting with fresh flavors of lemon, herbs, and salty feta cheese. It's a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

Greek Lemon Herb Chicken with Feta
chicken
healthy
herbs
lemon
feta cheese

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, and thyme.
  2. Add chicken breasts to a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  6. Sprinkle feta cheese over the grilled chicken before serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon slices.