Description
Baked Greek Chicken Breast with Souvlaki Marinade is a flavorful journey to the Mediterranean, featuring tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, olive oil, and oregano. This easy-to-make dish bursts with vibrant flavors and is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The aromatic baking process ensures that your kitchen will be filled with mouthwatering scents that are sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over them and seal tightly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing; serve with any remaining marinade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg