Best 7 Chicken El Greco Recipes

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Chicken el Greco is a classic Greek dish that is bursting with flavor. It is made with chicken that is marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then grilled or roasted until tender and juicy. The chicken is typically served with a delicious sauce made from fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices. This dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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

GREEK CHICKEN



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A very good light summer dish. I serve it with sliced tomatoes, feta cheese, and garlic bread.

Provided by Karen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 8h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
2 lemons, juiced
1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • In a glass dish, mix the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, and lemon juice. Place the chicken pieces in the mixture, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on the grill, and discard the marinade. Cook chicken pieces up to 15 minutes per side, until juices run clear. Smaller pieces will not take as long.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 97.1 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 94.6 mg

POULET A LA GRECQUE



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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

GREEK CHICKEN PENNE



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It's hard to believe a recipe this speedy could create such fresh, mouthwatering Mediterranean flavors. -Dawn Frihauf, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh oregano, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the chicken, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the artichokes, tomato, cheese, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with oregano if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN EL GRECO



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A nice lemony one pot meal. I serve with a tomato salad. This comes together quickly and is an easy weeknight meal. Don't remember the source so I'll take credit.

Provided by Marich

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -3 chicken breasts, cut into chunks
2 cups cubed potatoes
1 (10 ounce) box frozen green beans
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon oregano (more or less to taste)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper
feta cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Saute the chicken in oil till browned.
  • Place in a 9 X 13 baking pan.
  • Add the other ingredients, except for the feta cheese if using.
  • Toss together well.
  • Place in oven for 35-40 minutes or till chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.7, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 57.2, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 17.9

MY BIG FAT GRECO INSPIRED BURGER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 34m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 small cucumber
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh dill
1/2 cup crumbled Greek feta cheese
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large eggplant
2 pounds ground lamb
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
Salt and pepper
Oil, for brushing on the grill rack
6 small pita breads
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce

Steps:

  • Prepare an open grill for moderate direct-heat cooking
  • Seed and chop the cucumber. In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumber, yogurt, garlic, dill and feta. Refrigerate and chill for 1 hour.
  • In a small bowl, combine vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until thick and well blended. Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds. Arrange in a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish; coat well with dressing. Grill eggplant until tender, about 3 minutes each side, keep warm.
  • Lamb burger:
  • In a large bowl blend together lamb, mint, cumin, salt and pepper, to taste. Form 6 patties.
  • Before grilling burgers, brush the grill rack with oil. Place the patties on the rack turning once, 4 minutes each side.
  • Cut pitas horizontally and lightly toast over indirect heat.
  • Assemble burgers as follows: pita bottom, lettuce, burger topped generously with tzatziki, a slice of grilled eggplant, and the top of the pita.

EASY GRECO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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A quick and easy chicken & pasta dish inspired by Cincinnati-style chili. The combination of cinnamon and garlic is the secret! Not an authentic Greek dish but the influence is there. Tastes great fresh and even better reheated, making it ideal for one-a-month cooking!

Provided by KyanaBelle

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
to taste olive oil or to taste clarified butter
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 ounces spaghetti, vermicelli or 12 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • Brown chicken breasts in a large skillet over medium heat in olive oil, clarified butter or a combination until juices run clear.
  • Remove chicken from pan and keep warm.
  • Saute garlic in pan drippings til softened.
  • Add cream soup and diced tomatoes to pan, stir to combine thoroughly.
  • Add Italian seasoning and cinnamon.
  • Adjust seasonings, more or less of each, to your family's tastes.
  • If you intend to freeze the dish for later, go lightly on the seasonings as the flavors usually intensify with freezing.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Add chicken on top of sauce.
  • Top each breast with shredded cheese.
  • Cover and heat until cheese is melted.
  • Place pasta on a platter, top with sauce and chicken breasts.
  • Pass parmasan cheese at table.
  • The sauce is very, very good made fresh but is fantastic when reheated, making it a great make-ahead dish.
  • Follow the directions below.
  • Freezer directions: Cool sauce and chicken (do not put mozzarella on chicken breasts at this time!).
  • Place sauce and chicken breasts, without mozzarella, in freezer bag.
  • Remove air, seal, label, date and freeze.
  • Keep pasta and mozzarella on hand for serving day.
  • To serve, thaw sauce and chicken.
  • Reheat on medium-low to medium heat until chicken is hot throughout.
  • Proceed with recipe as directed above.
  • Alternately, sauce and chicken may be reheated in the microwave at 50% power.

CHICKEN, GREEK STYLE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     main course

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces whole onion or 14 ounces chopped ready-cut onion (about 3 1/3 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 lemon to yield 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/4 cup dry vermouth
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup no-salt-added chicken broth plus 1 tablespoon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Chop the onion for this recipe along with the onion for the rice dish.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet until it is very hot. Reduce the heat to medium high, and add oil.
  • Add all the onion, and saute until the onion begins to brown.
  • Mince garlic; remove1/3 of onion from pan, and add to rice (see rice recipe). Add garlic to remaining onion, and stir.
  • Wash, dry and cut chicken into bite-size chunks, and add to onion; brown chicken on both sides.
  • Grate lemon rind, and add to pan with the vermouth and cinnamon and 1/4 cup chicken broth. Cover, and cook over low heat until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Stir the remaining tablespoon of chicken broth into the cornstarch, and mix to a smooth paste; stir into pan. Then, add the yogurt, and stir to mix well. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 443, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 330 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Look for free-range, organic chicken, and fresh vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and becoming tough.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for cooking the chicken and sauce. This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the food from sticking.
  • Simmer the chicken and sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Chicken El Greco is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken breasts or thighs. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and sauce is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Chicken El Greco a try!

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