Mediterranean Diet Flavorful Baked Chicken
Infused with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, this Mediterranean Diet Flavorful Baked Chicken recipe is a wholesome and delicious way to elevate your dinner routine. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme. Roasted alongside juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, and sweet red onions, this dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in just one baking dish. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 30-minute bake, it’s a simple yet elegant meal perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with couscous or a crisp salad, this healthy, one-pan wonder is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Perfect for supporters of the Mediterranean diet, it’s a nutrient-packed dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Juice the lemon and mince the garlic cloves. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour the olive oil and lemon mixture over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece well.
Slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Scatter them over the chicken in the baking dish. Add the kalamata olives.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is no longer pink in the center.
Once cooked, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the Mediterranean baked chicken hot, pairing it with a side of couscous or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.9 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4290 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 219.2 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*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.
