Best 5 Chicken Breasts With Feta And Figs Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing chicken breasts with feta and figs. This exquisite dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, featuring juicy chicken breasts, tangy feta cheese, and sweet, succulent figs. Allow your taste buds to dance with delight as you savor the perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of cooking methods, from the classic pan-seared chicken to the aromatic oven-baked option. Whether you prefer a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party entrée, we have the perfect recipe for you. Discover the delightful combination of chicken, feta, and figs, and elevate your dining experience to new heights.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON FETA CHICKEN

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This bright, Greek-inspired chicken has only five ingredients-it's a busy-day lifesaver! My husband and I prepare the dish often, and it's a hit every time. -Ann Cain, Morrill, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place chicken in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour lemon juice over chicken; sprinkle with feta cheese, oregano and pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN WITH FETA CHEESE

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Feta cheese has a rich, tangy taste. Besides adding flavor, stuffing the chicken breasts with feta helps keep them moist during cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine feta and oregano. Make a pocket in chicken breasts: Holding chicken flat with palm of one hand, make an incision in thicker side of each breast with a paring knife. Carefully pivot the knife to create a deep pocket, keeping the other side of the chicken breast intact. Stuff pockets with feta mixture, dividing evenly; generously season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook until browned on both sides, 6 to 7 minutes per side.
Cover skillet, and continue cooking until chicken is opaque throughout and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 160 degrees. about 5 minutes more. Remove chicken to a platter, and keep warm.
To the skillet, add chicken stock, and cook, stirring up brown bits with a wooden spoon until reduced slightly. Add lemon juice and butter. Reduce the heat to low, and swirl pan until butter is melted, and sauce is slightly thickened. Serve chicken drizzled with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 49 g

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH FIGS AND ROSEMARY

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This is truly one of the easiest company-worthy chicken dishes out there. Marinated with citrus zest and rosemary then quickly roasted at high heat, the chicken turns golden, juicy and richly flavored, while the figs cook down into sweet jammy puddles. Use your favorite bone-in chicken parts here, or a mix of pieces. Or if you're starting with a cut up small whole bird (here's a video demonstrating how to do that), add a couple of drumsticks or thighs to reach the 4 1/2 pounds you'll need.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts
1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
2 rosemary sprigs, needles removed from stems (discard the stems)
2 garlic cloves, grated on a microplane or finely minced
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange or lemon zest, plus optional orange or lemon wedges for serving
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound ripe figs, stemmed and quartered lengthwise
1 to 2 jalapeño or red chile peppers, halved, seeded and thinly sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss chicken with salt, rosemary, garlic, citrus zest and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight (the longer the better).
Heat oven to 450 degrees. Spread chicken pieces out on two rimmed baking sheets, making sure there is plenty of room between the pieces. Arrange figs among the chicken pieces, then scatter jalapeño slices on top. Drizzle everything generously with olive oil.
Roast, switching the position of the baking pans after 15 minutes so everything browns evenly, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. This should take about 25 to 30 minutes for the breast meat, and 30 to 40 for the dark meat. Serve chicken with the orange or lemon wedges for squeezing, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 817, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 57 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 57 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1000 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SHEET PAN CHICKEN BREAST WITH FETA AND VEGETABLES

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This is an "oh-so-easy" sheet pan chicken dinner made with pungent feta cheese, sweet peppers, and savory onions. It is simple but tasty. Serve over rice or in pita.

Provided by FrackFamily5 CACT

Categories Sheet Pan Dinners

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds boneless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
12 ounces mini bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 medium white onion, quartered
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing
6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly oil a sheet pan.
Spread out chicken, peppers, and onion across the sheet pan. Sprinkle with Italian dressing, feta cheese, and oregano; combine gently.
Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a chicken breast should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 919.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GRILLED GREEK CHICKEN BREASTS WITH WHIPPED FETA

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I'm showing you my favorite marinade and grilling technique for boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which can be a challenge, since they're often so dry and bland, but not with this method. Plus, I'm showing you how to make my new favorite thing to eat, which is whipped feta. Serve with grilled red onion and red bell pepper if you like, and garnish with Greek olives.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories BBQ & Grilled Chicken Breasts

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

4 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup olive oil
1 drizzle olive oil, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
8 ounces feta cheese
1 teaspoon finely crushed garlic, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise.
Combine red wine vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add chicken and toss until thoroughly and evenly coated. Pour in ¼ cup olive oil and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 12 hours, but 2 to 3 hours is ideal.
Place Greek yogurt in another bowl and crumble in feta cheese. Add garlic, mint, and lemon zest and whip with an electric hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy. Taste and adjust as needed. Refrigerate until needed.
Preheat a charcoal grill until coals are white and very hot.
Grill chicken over the hot coals for about 4 minutes per side; continue to flip and grill chicken until no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each piece reads at least 150 degrees F (65 degrees C). Remove from the grill and let rest for about 5 minutes.
Spread whipped feta onto a serving platter or plate and place chicken over top. Sprinkle with fresh Italian parsley and mint and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 193.5 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 63.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 1775 mg

Tips:

Use ripe, in-season figs. This will ensure that they are at their best flavor and sweetness.
If you can't find fresh figs, you can use dried figs. Just be sure to soak them in warm water for 30 minutes before using.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken breasts. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
To prevent the chicken from drying out, add a little bit of olive oil or butter to the pan.
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. This will help them develop a delicious flavor.
Serve the chicken breasts immediately with the feta and fig topping.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Chicken Breasts with Feta and Figs is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic Mediterranean dish. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the feta and fig topping is the perfect complement. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.