Mediterranean Chicken Packets
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these easy and delicious Mediterranean Chicken Packets! This healthy dinner recipe combines tender, oven-baked chicken breasts with a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, and red onions, all infused with the rich, briny taste of kalamata olives and topped with creamy feta cheese. Wrapped in foil or parchment paper, these packets lock in moisture and flavor as they bake, making cleanup a breeze. The simple olive oil and lemon juice marinade, enhanced by garlic and oregano, gives each bite a burst of Mediterranean goodness. Ready in under an hour, these individual packets are perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve directly from the packets for an effortless, flavor-packed meal that transports you to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 sheets parchment paper or aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the zucchini, red onion, and red bell pepper into thin slices. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set all vegetables aside.
Finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
Lay out 4 sheets of parchment paper or aluminum foil (approximately 12x16 inches each) on a flat surface.
Place one chicken breast in the center of each sheet.
Divide the sliced vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives evenly among the packets, arranging them on top of and around the chicken.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the prepared dressing over each chicken breast and vegetables.
Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of crumbled feta cheese over the top of each packet.
Fold the parchment paper or foil into sealed packets by bringing the edges together and folding them tightly to lock in steam.
Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Carefully open the packets (steam will escape) and serve immediately. You can serve directly in the packets or transfer everything to a plate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 181 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1923 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1105 mg | 24% | |
*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.
