Roasted Greek Chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 141kcal
Chicken is a staple of Greek cooking, served with rice, on gyros, and with roasted potatoes. It's something you'll find people eating at restaurants and cooking at home. The most common seasonings used in Greek chicken dishes are oregano, lemon juice, and garlic. This Greek chicken breast recipe uses those three ingredients, along with a little thyme and olive oil to create a delicious roast chicken dish that will make you feel like you're eating dinner under the Acropolis.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp oregano minced
- 1/2 tsp thyme minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Mince the oregano, thyme, and garlic, then mix them with the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the chicken with the herb mixture, making sure to get some under the skin and into all of its nooks and crannies.
- Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast it in a 350ºF oven for 35 minutes. The chicken is done when the temperature reaches 165ºF in the thickest part of the breast.
- Take the chicken out of the oven, tent it with foil, and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 712mg | Potassium: 418mg | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg