Feta Chicken with Fresh Oregano
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Mediterranean-inspired Feta Chicken with Fresh Oregano, where tender, juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a savory feta cheese blend and infused with the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and fresh oregano. This easy yet impressive dish is seared to golden perfection before being baked in a fragrant tomato and broth sauce that keeps it irresistibly moist and flavorful. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this quick recipe is perfect for busy evenings but elegant enough to serve at your next dinner party. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired meal bursting with fresh, zesty goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with a small amount of olive oil.
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, 1 tablespoon of fresh oregano, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the feta mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed. Secure the opening with toothpicks if needed.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking dish.
In the same skillet, add the remaining minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the tomatoes begin to soften.
Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, remaining oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes, then pour it evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is bubbling.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh oregano if desired and serve with your favorite side dish, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2099 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.8 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 792 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 5553 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 252.4 g | 505% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1281 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2455 mg | 52% | |
*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.
