Description
Marinating Greek Chicken brings Mediterranean sunshine right to your dinner table with zingy lemon, earthy oregano, and garlic that dance together in perfect harmony. Tender chicken soaks up these bold flavors, creating a simple yet spectacular meal that transports your taste buds straight to the Greek islands.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Main Flavoring Ingredients:
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons honey
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
- Small lemon wedges
Instructions
- Combine ½ cup olive oil, ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon parsley flakes, ½ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon thyme, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients until fully blended.
- Transfer 4 chicken breasts pounded to 1-inch thickness into a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the entire marinade mixture over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Seal the bag securely and gently massage marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate for 60 minutes, allowing flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Remove chicken from refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking to reach room temperature.
- Preheat grill to 400°F. Clean and lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, checking internal temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer.
- Let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes after grilling to retain moisture and redistribute juices.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley over chicken. Serve with optional lemon wedges for extra brightness.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least an hour, but letting it sit overnight develops deeper, more complex flavor profiles.
- Fresh herbs make a significant difference, so grab parsley and oregano from your garden or a local market if possible.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally, which guarantees safe and perfectly juicy results.
- When grilling, allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes after cooking to help redistribute juices and keep the meat tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 396 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 682 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 113 mg