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Flavorful Greek Chicken with Lemon and Creamy Feta

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A quick and easy Greek-inspired chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a creamy, tangy feta and lemon sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150 g)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley or extra dill, thin lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, chopped dill, and black pepper. Whisk until mostly smooth but still a bit rustic. Add chicken broth or water a tablespoon at a time to reach a pourable consistency.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Once shimmering, add chicken breasts. Cook without moving for 5-6 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and cook the other side for another 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the creamy feta lemon sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the pan. Allow to warm and gently bubble for 3-4 minutes to meld flavors and thicken sauce slightly.
  5. Turn off heat and let chicken rest in the sauce for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and lemon slices if desired before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for a good sear. Use full-fat Greek yogurt to prevent curdling. Cook chicken undisturbed to develop a golden crust. Thin sauce with broth or water if too thick. Zest lemon before juicing for extra flavor. Sauce can be made a day ahead and reheated gently.

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Keywords: Greek chicken, creamy feta sauce, lemon chicken, Mediterranean chicken, quick chicken recipe, easy dinner, healthy chicken

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