Mediterranean Diet Cheddar Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Cheddar Chicken, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, marinated chicken breasts are infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic oregano, thyme, and garlic before being topped with a colorful layer of crumbled feta, sharp cheddar, kalamata olives, red onions, and fresh spinach. Baked to perfection, the dish boasts a golden cheese crust and juicy chicken bursting with Mediterranean-inspired essence. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, it's a nutritious, protein-packed meal that's ideal for the whole family. Pair it with a crisp side salad or warm pita for a complete Mediterranean feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the olive oil mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped spinach.
Evenly distribute the cheese and vegetable mixture over the top of the marinated chicken breasts.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue to bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy the Mediterranean flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.6 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.6 g | 313% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 852 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 7756 mg | 337% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 269.3 g | 539% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1867 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2960 mg | 63% | |
*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.
