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Greek Marinated Chicken

Greek Marinated Chicken

The ultimate comfort food that's bursting with Mediterranean flavors! This Greek Marinated Chicken is juicy, tender, and a perfect easy weeknight dinner. Impress your family and friends with this deliciously simple dish tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Whisk together all of the Greek Marinade ingredients in a large freezer bag and add chicken. Marinate 4 to 8 hours.
  2. Remove chicken from fridge and let sit at room temperature 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. Heat one tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once very hot, drain chicken from marinade, pat dry and add to skillet.
  4. Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes, or until nicely browned on one side. Turn chicken over, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 4 to 6 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Meanwhile, grease and preheat the grill to medium heat, 375 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Grill chicken undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through. (An inserted thermometer should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.) Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the chicken.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze marinated chicken before cooking. Just place it in a freezer bag and store it for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking.
  • Tip 3: This dish pairs beautifully with Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or tzatziki sauce for an authentic experience.
  • Tip 4: If you prefer, you can bake the marinated chicken in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for twenty to twenty-five minutes.
  • Tip 5: Experiment with different herbs and spices in the marinade, such as thyme or rosemary, to customize the flavor to your liking.