Mediterranean Diet Salsa Verde Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Salsa Verde Chicken, a healthy, flavor-packed recipe that comes together in under 40 minutes! Succulent, oven-baked chicken breasts are perfectly seared and topped with a homemade salsa verde bursting with fresh parsley, cilantro, and basil, complemented by a pop of tangy capers, zesty lemon juice, and rich extra-virgin olive oil. Seasoned to perfection and hinting at optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this dish is both elegant and nutritious, aligning beautifully with Mediterranean diet principles. Serve alongside a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or quinoa for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for meal prepping, dinner gatherings, or simply treating yourself to a hearty yet healthy feast, this recipe balances flavor and wellness effortlessly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a food processor, combine the fresh parsley, cilantro, and basil. Add the capers, garlic cloves, and lemon juice.
Pulse the mixture until minced. Gradually add in the olive oil while processing to create a smooth salsa.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 3 minutes per side, until they are golden brown.
Remove the skillet from heat and top each chicken breast with a generous amount of the prepared salsa verde.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.1 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3328 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 219.0 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2445 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.
