Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken with Cheese
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken with Cheese, a recipe brimming with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, the chicken is grilled to perfection, creating tender and juicy bites that are bursting with freshness. Topped with crumbled feta cheese that melts beautifully on the grill, and finished with sweet cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil, this dish is a delightful harmony of savory, tangy, and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with heart-healthy nutrients, this recipe is an excellent choice for anyone embracing the Mediterranean lifestyle. Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick family dinner, it's a flavorful way to enjoy a light yet satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice grill mark. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
During the last couple of minutes of cooking, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly on top of each chicken breast. Close the grill lid to allow the cheese to melt.
Once the cheese has melted, remove the chicken from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Top each grilled chicken breast with the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh basil.
Serve immediately, enjoying the combination of juicy grilled chicken with the fresh, tangy, and cheesy toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.6 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 4152 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 236.0 g | 472% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 882 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2434 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.
