Best 11 Chicken Breasts Ala Grecque Recipes

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Chicken breasts ala grecque is a delightful and flavorful dish from the vibrant cuisine of Greece. This dish features tender and juicy chicken breasts marinated in a blend of aromatic herbs, zesty lemon, and rich olive oil, capturing the essence of Mediterranean flavors. The chicken is then grilled or pan-fried to perfection, resulting in a beautifully browned exterior and a moist, succulent interior. Accompanied by a vibrant assortment of colorful vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, this dish offers a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK STYLE GARLIC CHICKEN BREAST



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This recipe was passed down through my family for years. If you're looking for a great tasting, tender chicken breast, this is what you're looking for - Greek style.

Provided by Michael

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time P1DT35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
⅓ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cut 3 slits in each chicken breast to allow marinade to penetrate. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika for about 30 seconds. Place chicken in a large bowl, and pour marinade over. Using your hands, work marinade into chicken. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat, and lightly oil grate.
  • Cook chicken on grill until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 57.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 659.5 mg

GARLIC CHICKEN BREASTS



Garlic Chicken Breasts image

Easy marinade with next-day, quick, oven roast.

Provided by Kristel

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl or resealable bag; add chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator, 3 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Transfer chicken from marinade to a shallow baking pan. Discard remaining marinade. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 58.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CHICKEN A LA CREME



Chicken a la Creme image

A simple, fast and delicious French recipe for chicken tenders in a rich cream sauce. You'll want to serve it with crusty French bread to sop up every drop!

Provided by Patty Pelfrey

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 22m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
1 ½ pounds chicken breast tenderloins or strips
salt and pepper to taste
1 pint heavy cream

Steps:

  • Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, and saute them in butter until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining butter, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and chicken is cooked through. Best when served with fresh French bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 194.9 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 223 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHICKEN A LA GREQUE



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I got this recipe from "365 Ways to Cook Chicken." It tastes wonderful! You can serve according to the recipe and double the sauce and toss the chicken with pasta. I've also made it without cubing the chicken breasts.

Provided by ELo1980

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Combine oregano, salt and pepper in a small dish.
  • Rub seasonings into chicken.
  • Arrange in large baking dish.
  • Blend together olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Pour mixture over chicken pieces.
  • Bake 40 minutes, or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.6, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 362.8, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 23.8

CHICKEN BREASTS ALA GRECQUE



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Very flavorful and quick turn to an old favorite, boneless chicken breasts. The difference is the addition of grated lemon rind, vermouth and yogurt, and of course a splash of cinnamon. This is from a newspaper food column that's older than dirt.

Provided by MNLisaB

Categories     Stew

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon fresh grated fresh lemon rind
1/4 cup vermouth
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chicken broth, plus
1 tablespoon chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup plain yogurt
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet until very hot, then reduce heat to medium.
  • Add the olive oil, and saute the chopped onion, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and stir.
  • Cut the chicken into bite size chunks and add to the skillet, browning on all sides, for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the grated lemon rind, vermouth, 1/4 cup of chicken broth and cinnamon to the skillet.
  • Cover and cook over low heat until chicken is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir the remaining TBS of chicken broth into the cornstarch, and mix well into a smooth paste.
  • Stir this into the pan, along with the yogurt and stir to mix well.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.8, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 80.5, Sodium 220.8, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 27.3

FENNEL A LA GRECQUE



Fennel a La Grecque image

Serve slightly cool as a first course or as a side at an informal dinner. However the fennel version here can also be served hot as a side.

Provided by That is Dr House to

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium fennel bulbs
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large shallots or 1 large onion, minced
1 teaspoon coriander seed
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Pull off a bit of the green fuzzy fronds, chop coarsely and save. Cut stalks off at bulbs. If needed use them to fresh broth's flavor.
  • Peel outer fibers off bulb with a paring knife. If outermost layer is dried or cracked remove completely.
  • Cut bulb in half lenghwise. Be sure to cut thorough the core forming at point of wedges. Leave this attached or the fennel will fall apart.
  • Arrange in single layer in large pot. Slight overlap is ok. Pour on wine and oil. sprinkle on seeds and shallot.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer, cover and cook 25 minutes. The fork should pierce the fennel but you should still feel slight resistance. Check after 15 minutes of cooking and add water if dry.
  • Remove lid when done. If liquid is left turn heat to high and quickly boil down liquid. You only want 1/2 cup remaining.
  • Sprinkle the cooked fennel with the salt, pepper and fronds. Serve hot on individual plates and spoon liquid over each. Or let cool and serve as other courses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 64.1, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1.7

SALADE A LA GRECQUE WITH GRILLED CHICKEN



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This salad inspired by the flavors of Greece includes tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, and Kalamata olives. The dressing combines olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 18

Sea salt and ground pepper, for seasoning
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 medium garlic clove, minced or pressed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head romaine lettuce, washed, dried and thinly sliced
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and diced
1 pint medium cherry or grape tomatoes (halved if large)
1 medium red pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1/2 small red onion, diced
1 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves, washed and dried
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, washed and dried
16 medium-sized Kalamata olives
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 lemon, cut in wedges
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Brush chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill, turning once until cooked, about 12 minutes total. Set aside to cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, oregano garlic, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  • Place the lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, red pepper, onion, parsley, and mint in a large bowl; add 1/2 cup dressing, toss to coat and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide salad and mound on four individual dinner plates or wide shallow bowls; sprinkle with olives and feta. Slice chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips and fan out on top of individual salads. Place lemon wedge on each plate and serve immediately.

BREASTS OF CHICKEN ALLA FRANCESE



Breasts of Chicken Alla Francese image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 1 1/4 pounds total
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup flour for dredging
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk or water
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Juice of 1 lemon
8 thin seeded lemon slices
2 tablespoons finely chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Place each chicken breast half between sheets of plastic wrap. Pound the chicken very thin with a flat mallet or meat pounder. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dredge on both sides with flour. Shake off excess.
  • Beat egg well. Add milk, salt and pepper to egg. Blend well with a wire whisk. Dip chicken breasts in egg mixture to coat well on both sides. Remove excess egg mixture.
  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet large enough to hold pieces in one layer. Cook over medium-high heat about 2 minutes on one side or until golden brown. Turn and cook on the other side. Remove chicken to a warm serving plate and add butter and lemon juice to skillet. Cook and blend well very quickly. Pour sauce over chicken breasts. Garnish with lemon slices and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 370, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 733 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POULET A LA GRECQUE



Poulet a la Grecque image

This Greek-style recipe was given to me by a French woman. It's very flavorful, combining traditional Mediterranean ingredients with a classic French sauce.

Provided by librarylady

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup all-purpose flour for coating
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 ½ pounds bone-in chicken parts
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
2 cups white wine
2 pinches saffron threads
½ teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
¾ cup raisins
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Season flour with salt and pepper; coat chicken pieces with seasoned flour.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken pieces in skillet; cook, turning once, to brown on both sides, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in shallots, onions, and garlic; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and wine; bring to a boil. Then stir in saffron, curry powder, sugar, raisins, and salt and pepper. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

VEGETABLES A LA GRECQUE



Vegetables A La Grecque image

A great Greek dish that can be served cold or hot. The dish is best when fresh new vegetables are plentiful.

Provided by Mini Ravindran

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large fennel bulbs, thinly slice with feathery leaves reserved
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon coriander seed, lightly crushed
4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 medium cauliflower, divided into florets
3/4 cup green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 cups button mushrooms, halved or quartered
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Warm the oil in a large saucepan over moderate heat; add the fennel and onion.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, coriander seeds, and tomatoes and cook, uncovered, until the vegetables are tender and any liquid has disappeared.
  • In a separate pan steam the cauliflowers and green beans until just tender.
  • Once the fennel and tomato mixture is ready, add the mushrooms and cook gently for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the cauliflowers and green beans, and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm or cool.

CHICKEN BREAST ALA ESCAROLE



Chicken Breast Ala Escarole image

Make and share this Chicken Breast Ala Escarole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 egg, beaten lightly
1/4 cup flour
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch escarole, washed and coarsely chopped
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Mix together crumbs, garlic and Parmesan cheese and set aside.
  • Pound chicken breast lightly to even out thickness (not too thin).
  • Dip chicken in egg, then in flour.
  • Saute in 2 T oil in large skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
  • Add half of escarole to skillet, sprinkle with half of bread crumb mixture.
  • Add remaining escarole and bread crumbs.
  • Pour in broth, then drizzle with remaining olive oil.
  • Simmer, covered on low about 15 minutes, until escarole is wilted and chicken is done.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Ensure all ingredients are prepped and measured before you start cooking.
  • Season the Chicken Properly: A flavorful marinade or spice rub enhances the chicken's taste.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Pan-fried chicken pieces need space to crisp up nicely.
  • Cook Chicken Thoroughly: Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the Chicken Rest: Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in tender and flavorful chicken.
  • Serve with a Sauce or Garnish: A flavorful sauce can elevate the dish, while a garnish like parsley adds a fresh touch.

Conclusion:

Chicken Breasts Ala Grecque offers a delightful culinary journey to the Mediterranean with its vibrant flavors and succulent chicken. This versatile dish showcases the versatility of chicken and allows for creative variations using different herbs, vegetables, and cooking techniques. Whether you prefer pan-fried, baked, or grilled chicken, the key to success lies in proper seasoning, careful cooking, and a touch of creativity. So, gather your fresh ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on this culinary adventure to savor the deliciousness of Chicken Breasts Ala Grecque. Remember to explore variations and experiment with different flavors to make this dish your own. Enjoy the deliciousness and share the joy of cooking with friends and family!

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