Best 5 Grecian Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of Greece, where succulent chicken breasts bask in a symphony of Mediterranean flavors. Embark on a delightful escapade with our diverse collection of Grecian chicken breast recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the aromatic embrace of lemon and oregano to the vibrant zest of feta and olives, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Greece. Whether you prefer a quick and easy skillet meal or a tantalizing oven-baked masterpiece, our curated selection caters to every palate and skill level. Prepare to indulge in tender, juicy chicken breasts infused with the essence of Greece, creating a memorable dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRECIAN CHICKEN



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The caper, tomato and olive flavors will whisk you away to the Greek isles. This easy skillet dish is perfect for hectic weeknights. -Jan Marler, Murchison, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 pound chicken tenderloins
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon salt-free Greek seasoning
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
Hot cooked orzo pasta, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; saute until no longer pink, 7-9 minutes. Remove and keep warm., In same skillet, heat remaining oil; add the next 6 ingredients. Cook and stir until onion is translucent, 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute more. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 3-4 minutes. Return chicken to skillet; add olives. Simmer, uncovered, until chicken is heated through, 2-3 minutes. If desired, serve with orzo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK CHICKEN AND POTATOES RECIPE



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This easy Greek chicken and potatoes recipe is a family favorite. The secret is in the lemon-garlic sauce, which doubles up as a marinade. Whether you choose to marinate the chicken for a couple of hours (I usually don't) or cook it right away, the flavors will surprise you in the best way possible.

Provided by Suzy

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 lb chicken pieces, bone in and skin on (I used 2 breasts and 3 legs)
Salt
4 gold potatoes (about 2 lb), scrubbed clean, cut into thin wedges
1 medium yellow onion, halved then sliced
1 tsp black pepper
1 lemon, sliced
1 cup chicken broth
6 to 12 pitted quality kalamata olives, optional
Fresh parsley, for garnish
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
1/4 cup lemon juice
12 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tbsp dried rosemary (or dried oregano)
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Greek Salad
Tzatziki Sauce
Pita Bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt (lift the skins and apply salt underneath as well). (see optional step in notes)
  • Arrange potato wedges and onions in the bottom of a baking dish or pan. Season with salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Add the chicken pieces (see optional step in notes).
  • Make the lemon-garlic sauce. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil with lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, and nutmeg. Pour evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
  • Arrange lemon slices on top. Pour chicken broth into the pan from one side (do not pour broth over the chicken).
  • Bake in heated oven uncovered for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until chicken and potatoes are tender. (Chicken's internal temperature should register at 165 degrees F). If you like, place the pan under the broiler briefly to allow the chicken skins to gain more color (watch carefully).
  • Remove from heat and add kalamata olives, if you like. Garnish with a little bit of fresh parsley.
  • Serve with Greek salad Taztaziki sauce and a side of pita bread, if you like. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Sugar 3.1 g, Sodium 654.3 mg, Fat 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 54.4 g, Cholesterol 165.5 mg

GREEK CHICKEN BREASTS



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Turn up the flavor with our Greek Chicken Breasts Recipe. A Greek-style marinade makes our Greek Chicken Breasts bake up juicy, tender and flavorful.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing
2 tsp. lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Mix first 4 ingredients in large bowl until blended. Reserve 1/4 cup; refrigerate until ready to use. Add chicken to remaining yogurt mixture; turn to evenly coat both sides of each breast. Refrigerate 1 hour to marinate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Place chicken on foil-covered baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), brushing with reserved yogurt mixture for the last 5 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

GREEK STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Serve these Greek stuffed chicken breasts with your favorite vegetable side or salad.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup chopped cooked spinach
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped Kalamata olives
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
toothpicks
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Zest lemon. Remove lemon pith with a sharp knife and slice flesh horizontally. Reserve slices.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe, nonstick skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion and cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and garlic and heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add spinach to the onion mixture. Cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove spinach-onion mixture to a bowl. Wipe skillet clean and set aside. Stir feta cheese and olives into the spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut a 2-inch slit along the edges of the thick side of each chicken breast. Cut lengthwise, being careful not to cut through the bottom or the opposite edge, creating a pocket. Season the pocket with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff each chicken breast with 1/2 of the onion and spinach mixture and close the slits with toothpicks. Dust chicken lightly with flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Place chicken in the hot oil with the rib side facing up. Cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Turn chicken rib-side down and place lemon slices on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 46.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1129.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

GRECIAN CHICKEN BREASTS



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This recipe was printed on a bag of frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts. The combination of flavors is to die for. This recipe can be prepared ahead. Cover well, refrigerate or freeze and bake later. If frozen, thaw in refrigerator before baking.

Provided by shelbyrose

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thawed if frozen
salt and pepper
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon paprika
12 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Cut a pocket into each chicken breast; salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
  • Thoroughly drain and squeeze any liquid from thawed spinach.
  • Combine thawed spinach, feta cheese, mayonnaise and garlic.
  • Stuff spinach mixture into chicken breast pockets, dividing equally.
  • Combine flour and paprika and lightly coat chicken breasts.
  • Wrap two strips of bacon around each chicken piece and place on a rack in a baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 1 hour or until chicken tests done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.5, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 140, Sodium 1076, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 40.8

Tips for Cooking Grecian Chicken Breasts:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner and healthier dish.
  • Marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme for at least 30 minutes to infuse them with flavor.
  • Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken breasts with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Grecian chicken breasts are a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The flavorful marinade and grilled chicken make this a crowd-pleasing recipe. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your Grecian chicken breasts come out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.

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