Description
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this vibrant chicken dish marinated in zesty lemon juice and briny olives. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal that’s both easy to prepare and stunning to serve. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a culinary experience filled with warmth and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup pitted green olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish. Scatter lemon slices and olives around the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg