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    Home » Recipes » Main Dish » Poultry

    Skillet Greek Chicken

    Published: Mar 1, 2016 · Updated: Feb 5, 2024 · Post may contain affiliate links

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    This one-skillet Greek chicken recipe is a dream come true when you're strapped for time, the desire to cook, or the will to clean

    skillet with feta covered chicken

    At the end of December & the beginning of January, I was basically a zombie. I was sick and exhausted for almost an entire (unpleasant/unproductive) month.

    I decided to create a recipe that required little effort, did not involve much cleanup, and was nourishing & delicious.

    Ok so maybe I strive to make almost all of my recipes like this; I mean I'm not known for my cleaning skills, and I love delicious food. But who doesn't?!

    Well, this recipe for Skillet Greek Chicken hit the nail perfectly on the head. One skillet. 12 ingredients. Lots of veggies & lean protein. Full of flavor.

    Yes, please, and thank you!

    Start by pan-frying the chicken in a little olive oil to get the outside crispy. Then transfer your chicken to a plate, and add in your onions. Sauté these while your oven preheats. I like to cook them for at least 15 minutes to bring out their natural sweetness; however, 10 minutes is sufficient.

    Throw in your garlic and spices for tons of flavor and add in the tomatoes. Let this simmer for a few minutes, so it thickens a little bit. Now top with your chicken and cover with cheese (both feta & goat cheese are good here), and bake to perfection.

    white bowl of chicken covered in onions, tomatoes and feta with a skillet in the background

    I like to serve this with a good slice of french bread or cooked quinoa to soak up all the tomatoey goodness. It’s up to you. You could even serve with a side salad for even more veggies!

    Once you've cleaned your skillet & your cutting board, you can kick back, relax, and enjoy the evening since you’re not slaving over your stove.

    Skillet Greek Chicken from Living Well Kitchen

    Skillet Greek Chicken

    This one-skillet Greek chicken recipe is a dream come true when you're strapped for time, the desire to cook, or the will to clean
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 4
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon oil divided
    • 1.25 pounds chicken breast thinly sliced
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder divided
    • 1 large onion sliced (about 2 cups)
    • 3 cloves garlic about 1 tablespoon
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
    • ½ teaspoon dried basil
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 (15 ounce can) diced tomatoes no salt added
    • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese about 4 ounces
    • fresh parsley for serving

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400*F
    • Heat a large (12 inch) oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with paprika and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Add ½ tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Put the chicken in a single layer in the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
    • Add remaining ½ tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the onion slices and reduce heat to medium. Sauté for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Stir in garlic, oregano, parsley, basil, salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder. Pour in tomatoes and their juices. Stir together well and simmer for about 10 minutes. Top mixture with the reserved chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
    • Transfer to oven and bake for 15 minutes until bubbly and cheese is lightly browned. Let cool for about 5 minutes, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!

    What to Use in This Recipe

    two black skillets with silver handles
    Skillet
    red spoon
    Spoon
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

    Meme

    Nutrition Facts

    Nutrition Facts
    Skillet Greek Chicken
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    298
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    13
    g
    20
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    31
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    128
    mg
    43
    %
    Sodium
     
    535
    mg
    23
    %
    Potassium
     
    627
    mg
    18
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    6
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    37
    g
    74
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.02
    g
    Vitamin A
     
    296
    IU
    6
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    5
    mg
    6
    %
    Calcium
     
    172
    mg
    17
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Farrah

      March 01, 2016 at 9:42 pm

      Yay for skillet recipes! I need to try out more of them now that I finally own a cast iron skillet! 😛 That chicken looks amazing!

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      • Meme

        March 02, 2016 at 9:47 pm

        Yay for the cast iron skillet! Skillet recipes are my jam. Maybe it's because I'm super lazy, but I just love not having to wash more than one dish haha!

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