Greek Chicken

Say goodbye to boring, bland grilled chicken with this Greek grilled chicken recipe! It’s a fresh, simple, easy dinner – perfect for a busy weeknight. The marinade takes just minutes to throw together and adds tons of flavor, keeping the grilled chicken tender and juicy!

 

Ingredients for Greek Chicken

• Chicken Breast: Boneless, skinless chicken breast works best for this recipe but you could also use chicken thighs or chicken breast tenderloins.
• Olive Oil: Olive oil is the base of this marinade and adds a lot of flavor so use one that’s high quality with a flavor you enjoy.
• Balsamic Vinegar: Balsamic adds a tang and slight sweetness to the marinade and drives home that classic Greek flavor.
• Herbs & Spices: Dried oregano, garlic powder, and paprika are my favorite trifecta for flavoring this marinade. Feel free to use your favorite dried herbs and spices. Italian seasoning is a great substitute for the oregano.
• Dijon Mustard: Dijon adds a delicious depth of flavor to the marinade. Don’t worry it won’t taste like mustard!
• Lemon Zest & Juice: Fresh lemon juice and zest is the easiest way to get tons of fresh lemon flavor into marinade. Bottled lemon juice will work in a pinch. I like to slice a lemon up and grill the slices for a beautiful garnish as well.
• Fresh Herbs: Freshly chopped parsley and dill add so much bright flavor to this grilled chicken. Use your favorite herbs from the garden. Cilantro or chives would be delicious too!
• Feta Cheese: Finish the Greek chicken with crumbled feta for a salty, tangy kick.

How to Make Greek Grilled Chicken

Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a couple large pinches of salt and pepper to a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.

Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner pieces of chicken. Add chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and not longer than 2 hours.

Remove from fridge and heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat.

Add marinated chicken to the grill pan and cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side for 4-5 minutes or until cooked through (meaning the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees).

Garnish with parsley, dill, crumbled feta, and lemon slices. Enjoy!

Baking Greek Chicken

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Transfer the chicken breast and marinade to a 9×13 baking dish.
3. Cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165 degrees internally.

Grilling Greek Chicken

1. Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Remove chicken breasts from the marinade, allowing the excess marinade to drip off. Place on the grill.
3. Grill for 5-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165 degrees internally.

Serve Greek Chicken With

Tips for Making the Best Greek Chicken

• Cut the chicken into uniform-sized pieces. This will ensure that it cooks evenly. You can also pound the chicken into cutlets if you want them to be even thinner.
• Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and ensure that it stays moist and juicy.

Easy Meal Prep Recipe

• This Greek grilled chicken is one of my favorite meal prep recipes!
• I like to prep a batch over the weekend and then use it for easy lunches or quick dinners all week!
• Cook the chicken according to recipe instructions, slice or chop it up, and store it in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Enjoy it cold, straight from the fridge, or heat it up and add to salads, bowls, or pasta salads!

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freezing

Freeze leftover chicken in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating or serving.

Reheating

Reheat leftover chicken in a saute pan with a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat until warmed through.

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