Best 10 Greek Chicken With Sauted Baby Spinach Sprinkled With Feta Cheese Recipes

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If you are seeking a flavorful and wholesome culinary adventure, then this Greek-inspired chicken dish is an absolute must-try! Featuring succulent chicken infused with aromatic Mediterranean herbs and spices, complemented by tender sautéed baby spinach, and topped with crumbled feta cheese, this recipe promises an explosion of flavors with every bite. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the shores of Greece with this delightful and nutritious meal that is sure to become a favorite.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN



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This dish is brimming with lots of spinach, onion and feta. Serve it up with steamed rice for a complete meal. Or try it over a bed of mixed greens. Found this through WW, only 5 pts per serving.

Provided by Amber Dawn

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
10 ounces spinach, fresh
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon table salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet heat 1 teaspoon oil; sauté onion until golden, 5 minutes.
  • Wilt spinach (steam spinach or heat damp spinach over medium heat in nonstick pan); stir in zest, feta, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • Divide spinach mixture between chicken breasts.
  • Roll up and secure with toothpicks.
  • Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 875, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 27.8

SPINACH AND FETA CHICKEN



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This Spinach and Feta Chicken is not only super creamy and delicious but also easy to put together since there are only a handful of ingredients and a few steps in this recipe from start to finish.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breast)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 oz frozen chopped spinach
1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Garnish (optional)
Grape tomatoes (halved)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
  • Thaw the spinach and wring as much of the water from it as possible.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese with the garlic powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper and mix until combined. Stir in the milk and then the feta cheese and spinach, mixing until combined.
  • Place the chicken breasts flat in a single layer in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Spread the chicken with the spinach mixture and then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  • Bake for approx 40-50 minutes on the middle rack of the oven until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp)
  • Garnish with grape tomatoes and serve hot! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6 oz (4 oz chicken 2 oz topping), Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 436 mg, Sugar 3 g

SPINACH AND FETA SAUTE



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Bring home fresh baby spinach and sharp crumbled feta for this simple, mouthwatering accompaniment to chicken or fish.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
6 oz. fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, sauté garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add spinach and almonds; sauté 2 minutes longer or just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

GREEK SPINACH-STUFFED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 cups chopped baby spinach (about 8 ounces)
1/4 cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (8 to 10 ounces each), trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
8 ounces ditalini (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups spinach, the feta and 3 tablespoons water in a bowl. Insert a paring knife into the thickest part of each chicken breast, cutting along the side to make a deep 2-inch-wide pocket. Stuff the spinach mixture into the pockets.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet, rounded-side down, and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Add the chicken broth, vinegar and sun-dried tomatoes. Partially cover and cook until the chicken is just cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ditalini and cook as the label directs. Put the remaining 1 1/2 cups spinach in a colander; drain the ditalini over the spinach to wilt it. Return to the pot.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board and slice. Add the pan sauce to the ditalini along with the mint and 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss. Serve with the chicken.

GREEK FETA CHICKEN



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Feta cheese takes this chicken and potatoes dinner over the top with a bit of tangy saltiness. Serve with a side salad tossed with pepperoncinis, black olives and reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup reduced-fat sun-dried tomato salad dressing
2 teaspoons Greek seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Cover and bake at 400° for 40 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Serve these Greek stuffed chicken breasts with your favorite vegetable side or salad.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup chopped cooked spinach
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped Kalamata olives
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
toothpicks
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Zest lemon. Remove lemon pith with a sharp knife and slice flesh horizontally. Reserve slices.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe, nonstick skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion and cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and garlic and heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add spinach to the onion mixture. Cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove spinach-onion mixture to a bowl. Wipe skillet clean and set aside. Stir feta cheese and olives into the spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut a 2-inch slit along the edges of the thick side of each chicken breast. Cut lengthwise, being careful not to cut through the bottom or the opposite edge, creating a pocket. Season the pocket with salt and pepper.
  • Stuff each chicken breast with 1/2 of the onion and spinach mixture and close the slits with toothpicks. Dust chicken lightly with flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Place chicken in the hot oil with the rib side facing up. Cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Turn chicken rib-side down and place lemon slices on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 46.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1129.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

COUSIN COSMO'S GREEK CHICKEN



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This is a favorite chicken recipe, my son requests it every year for his birthday.

Provided by OAKLEY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ pound feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ cups water
1 cube chicken bouillon, crumbled
2 cups loosely packed torn fresh spinach leaves
1 ripe tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • On large plate, combine 1 tablespoon flour, salt, and pepper. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine cheese, lemon juice, and oregano. Set aside.
  • With a meat mallet, pound each chicken breast to 1/2 inch thickness. Spread cheese mixture on each chicken breast, leaving 1/2 inch border. Fold chicken breasts in half; secure each with toothpick. Coat chicken breasts with flour mixture.
  • In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until golden. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups water, chicken bouillon cube, and remaining flour; pour over chicken breasts in pan. Add spinach and tomato to skillet, and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 686.2 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

GREEK CHICKEN AND SPINACH



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This was a quick "throw together" meal one night recently, and it worked out great. Sorry, no exact proportions on a lot of things. It's very much an "eyeball" recipe. Use as much or as little of the ingredients as you like.

Provided by kitchengrrl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb chicken breast
2 lemons
1 teaspoon oregano
2 cloves garlic
red pepper flakes
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bags 6 oz each fresh spinach leaves
fresh parsley
dill, dried or fresh
1/2 cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • Pound the chicken breasts with a mallet til they're flattened and uniform thickness.
  • Marinate for about 1/2 hour in a mixture of oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, the zest from 2 lemons and the juice from one, and a little rice vinegar.
  • Grill 2-3 minutes on each side till cooked through.
  • While marinating, mince a couple of cloves of garlic.
  • Saute until fragrant in a little olive oil.
  • Add a bag of fresh spinach and wilt over med-high heat.
  • When bright green and not quite finished, add a handful of chopped parsely, some dill (to taste, I don't like much dill), and the juice of half a lemon.
  • Stir together.
  • Remove from heat, crumble some feta cheese on top and and cover for a few minutes to let the cheese heat up and soften.
  • Serve with sparkling water and some fresh crusty bread.

GREEK CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER-FETA SALAD



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This meal has the flavors of a Greek combination plate with chicken souvlaki, Greek salad and tzatziki, but it is streamlined for the home cook. Boneless chicken thighs are coated with herby, garlicky yogurt, then seared until tender inside and crusty and browned outside. Extra yogurt dresses cucumbers and tomatoes that have had a chance to drain with salt so they taste their most vivid. Feta and olives add briny bites to the creamy, crunchy salad, but feel free to incorporate other elements of Greek salad or tzatziki, like romaine lettuce, bell peppers, mint or dill, toasted walnuts or thinly sliced red onion. Eat with lemon potatoes or toasted pita.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, poultry, salads and dressings, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
3 garlic cloves, finely grated
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
Black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano or mint
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, patted dry
1 1/2 pounds cucumbers (preferably Japanese, Persian or mini, seedless cucumbers)
1 pound ripe tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
4 ounces feta, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the yogurt and garlic; season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer 1/2 cup of the yogurt to a medium bowl and reserve for Step 5.
  • Coat the chicken: To the large bowl, add the oregano and stir to combine. Season the chicken all over with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper. Add the chicken to the large bowl and turn to coat; set aside.
  • Start the salad: Smash the cucumbers with the side of your knife until craggy and split. Rip into ½- to 1-inch pieces and transfer to a colander placed in the sink. Slice or chop the tomatoes into bite-size pieces. Add to the cucumbers along with 1 ½ teaspoons salt. (It may seem like a lot of salt, but most will drain away.) Toss to combine and leave to drain.
  • In a large nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet, heat the olive oil over medium. Scrape excess marinade off the chicken, then cook the chicken in batches, adding oil to the pan if necessary, until it's well browned and releases from the pan, 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook until cooked through, another 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to plates to rest. (For grilling info, see Tip.)
  • To the medium bowl of yogurt, add the feta and mash with a fork until a chunky paste forms. Shake the cucumbers and tomatoes to get rid of any excess moisture. Add to the feta yogurt along with the olives and stir until coated. The balance is dependent on your produce and feta, so season to taste with salt and pepper until flavors are vivid. Eat alongside the chicken.

SPINACH & FETA SAUTE



Spinach & Feta Saute image

With just the right level of garlic and a pleasant mix of cheese and almonds, this quick side will brighten any plate. You could also try it stuffed in a filet. -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add spinach and almonds; saute 2 minutes longer or just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique flavor profile.
  • If you don't have any baby spinach, you can use regular spinach, but be sure to wilt it before adding it to the dish.
  • Feta cheese is a classic Greek ingredient, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as Parmesan or mozzarella.
  • Serve the chicken with a side of rice, potatoes, or salad.

Conclusion:

This Greek chicken with sautéed baby spinach and feta cheese is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and juicy, the spinach is wilted and flavorful, and the feta cheese adds a creamy and salty touch. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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