Healthy Easy Feta Chicken for Two
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Healthy Easy Feta Chicken for Two—an irresistible blend of Mediterranean-inspired flavors packed into a quick and wholesome meal. Perfectly seared chicken breasts are topped with a vibrant mixture of garlic-infused cherry tomatoes and wilted spinach, then crowned with creamy, tangy crumbled feta cheese. A burst of fresh lemon juice ties everything together, making this recipe both nutritious and delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a straightforward oven finish, this dish is ideal for busy evenings yet elegant enough for a cozy date night. Serve it alongside quinoa, rice, or a fresh salad to complete this flavorful, protein-packed meal tailored for two!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
In an oven-safe skillet or a regular skillet (if transferring to a baking dish later), heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken temporarily from the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and release their juices.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, just until wilted.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet (or transfer everything to a baking dish if needed). Spoon the tomato and spinach mixture over the chicken.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet or baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken before serving.
Serve hot with a side of your choice, such as quinoa, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 2318 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 121.1 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 686 mg | 15% | |
*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.
