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Greek Chicken Recipe

Easy Greek Chicken Recipe that Bursts with Flavor and Freshness

This Greek Chicken Recipe is a flavorful, high-protein, gluten-free dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or 1 ½ teaspoons fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit if milder flavor is desired
For the Rice & Vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil use extra virgin for finishing
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes or other tomatoes
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or kale
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 1 each Lemon for zest and juice
  • 2 cups Cooked Basmati or Jasmine Rice pre-cooked
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or dairy-free cheese
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs Oregano, Dill, Parsley to taste
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives omit if not preferred

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs with oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes. Let it sit while prepping other ingredients.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil, half the grape tomatoes, garlic, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in spinach, rice, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, and juice. Mix and heat for 3-4 minutes until well combined.
  5. For the topping, mix crumbled feta with olive oil, lemon juice, fresh herbs, and olives.
  6. Combine half of the topping with the rice mixture, slice the chicken, and serve on top. Add remaining topping and garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. This dish can be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated safely.

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