Description
Greek Chicken Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This comforting casserole features tender, marinated chicken baked with vibrant vegetables and creamy feta cheese, creating a harmony of flavors. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Prepare the Veggies: Dice the red bell pepper and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté vegetables until softened (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Cook the Chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the bowl and sear each side in the skillet until golden brown (approximately 3 minutes per side).
- 5. Combine Ingredients: Layer sautéed veggies with crumbled feta in a baking dish. Drizzle remaining marinade over everything.
- 6. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- 7. Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg