Mediterranean Diet Oven-Baked Chicken Fillets
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this simple yet sensational Oven-Baked Chicken Fillets recipe. Featuring tender chicken fillets marinated in a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, this dish is a celebration of healthy, wholesome eating. Oven-baked to perfection alongside juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red onions, and briny Kalamata olives, each bite delivers a burst of flavor that’s balanced and utterly satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley, this protein-packed meal is ready in under 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with a side of whole grains or a crisp mixed green salad. Perfect for those following the Mediterranean diet, it’s a delightful combination of nutritious and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken fillets
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 75 grams Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken fillets in a large baking dish and pour the olive oil mixture over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and sliced olives around the chicken fillets in the baking dish.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and golden brown.
Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm with a side of whole grain or a mixed green salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 528 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 4043 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 198.2 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2502 mg | 53% | |
*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.
