Greek Chicken With Cheese

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Savory roasted chicken drumsticks simmered in a rich tomato and oregano sauce, topped with melting feta cheese.
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Greek Chicken With Cheese

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 737.3

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This hearty Greek Chicken with Feta is a comforting one-pan meal that balances savory, tangy, and aromatic flavors. Tender chicken drumsticks are seared for a golden crust, then slowly simmered in a rustic sauce of plum tomatoes, caramelized onions, and garlic. The dish is finished with a generous topping of crumbled feta cheese, which melts slightly into the warm sauce, adding a salty, creamy contrast to the bright tomato base. Seasoned with fragrant oregano and black pepper, this recipe captures the essence of Mediterranean home cooking. It is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual family gathering, requiring minimal effort but delivering maximum flavor. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the chicken drumsticks and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken drumsticks to the hot skillet and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the browned chicken to a clean plate or platter and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
  6. Add the thinly sliced onions to the pan and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  7. Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the onions begin to brown slightly and the garlic is fragrant.
  8. Pour in the plum tomatoes with their liquid, along with the oregano and a generous amount of black pepper. Stir to combine.
  9. Nestle the browned chicken drumsticks into the tomato sauce.
  10. Cover the skillet and bring the sauce to a boil.
  11. Reduce the heat to low, keeping the skillet covered, and let the chicken simmer for 40 minutes.
  12. While the chicken cooks, if desired, place the crumbled feta in a small bowl of water to soften slightly, then drain well.
  13. Sprinkle the drained feta cheese evenly over the top of the chicken and sauce.
  14. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 15 minutes, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  15. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 737.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.6g60%
Saturated Fat 14.0g70%
Cholesterol 169.3mg57%
Sodium 787.3mg33%
Total Carbohydrate 38.2g13%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Sugars 14.9g
Protein 55.8g112%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: greek, chicken, feta, tomatoes, oregano, garlic, onion, drumsticks, simmer, one-pan, easy, dinner, mediterranean, savory, comfort food, family meal, herbs, roasted, simple, healthy
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