Feta Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this mouthwatering Feta Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of Mediterranean-inspired flavors and easy-to-follow techniques. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are topped with a tangy mixture of crumbled feta cheese, garlic, and lemon juice, creating a creamy, savory crust as they bake to perfection in the oven. Paired with a vibrant side of sautéed baby spinach and sweet cherry tomatoes, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Seasoned with aromatic oregano and smoky paprika, and cooked with heart-healthy olive oil, this recipe brings bold, fresh flavors to your table in just 45 minutes. Ideal for family dinners or impressing dinner guests, Feta Chicken is a low-fuss, high-reward meal that highlights wholesome ingredients and satisfying Mediterranean flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups baby spinach, washed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board. Pat them dry with a paper towel and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and paprika.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear each side for 2-3 minutes, until they are golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a small bowl, mix together the crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
Top each chicken breast with a generous portion of the feta mixture, pressing it gently onto the surface.
Place the skillet with the chicken into the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
While the chicken is baking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the baby spinach and cherry tomatoes and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are slightly softened. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the feta chicken with a side of the sautéed spinach and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with an extra sprinkle of feta cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 772 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 5440 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 251.0 g | 502% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1278 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 880 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
