This vibrant Marinated Lemon Chicken delivers a burst of Mediterranean flavor with every bite. The chicken breasts are deeply infused in a robust marinade of Greek virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic oregano for a full 24 hours, ensuring tender, juicy results. After a quick charbroil, the chicken is topped with cool, salty slices of feta cheese, creating a perfect balance of hot and cold, rich and bright. It’s an elegant yet simple dish that feels special enough for guests but is easy enough for a relaxed weeknight dinner. Serve with grilled vegetables or a crisp Greek salad for a complete meal.
Marinated Lemon Chicken
Description
This vibrant Marinated Lemon Chicken delivers a burst of Mediterranean flavor with every bite. The chicken breasts are deeply infused in a robust marinade of Greek virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic oregano for a full 24 hours, ensuring tender, juicy results. After a quick charbroil, the chicken is topped with cool, salty slices of feta cheese, creating a perfect balance of hot and cold, rich and bright. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple dish that feels special enough for guests but is easy enough for a relaxed weeknight dinner. Serve with grilled vegetables or a crisp Greek salad for a complete meal.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, combine the olive oil, crushed garlic, lemon juice, chopped oregano, and white pepper to create the marinade.
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Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated and submerged in the mixture.
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Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for 24 hours, turning the chicken occasionally to ensure even flavor distribution.
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Preheat your broiler or grill to high heat.
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Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
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Place the chicken breasts on a broiler pan or grill grate.
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Broil or grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, basting frequently with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC) and the outside is golden brown.
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a large serving platter.
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Top each chicken breast with a slice of feta cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1390.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 127.2g196%
- Saturated Fat 18.8g94%
- Cholesterol 170.0mg57%
- Sodium 148.0mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 62.0g124%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform size to ensure even cooking.
If you don't have 24 hours to marinate, you can marinate for at least 2 hours, though the flavor will be less intense.
Do not reuse the marinade that has touched raw chicken unless you boil it for several minutes first if you wish to use it as a sauce.
You can substitute fresh oregano with 2 teaspoons of dried oregano if fresh is unavailable, but fresh yields a brighter flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
