If you are looking for a flavorful and juicy chicken dish, look no further than Greek garlic and herb stuffed grilled chicken breasts. This recipe combines the classic flavors of garlic, oregano, and thyme with tender, juicy chicken breasts for a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. Stuffed with a fragrant mixture of herbs, garlic, and tangy feta cheese, this dish is a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors. Grilled to perfection, the chicken breasts are infused with a smoky aroma and a crispy, golden-brown skin, while the flavorful stuffing moistens the meat, making it incredibly tender and succulent. Served with a side of roasted vegetables or a refreshing salad, this dish is a perfect option for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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GREEK STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
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
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
GREEK GARLIC AND HERB-STUFFED GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS
A warm evening, a glass of wine, and tender grilled chicken filled with herb-flecked cheese and olives--perfect.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, stir together cheese, olives, onions and oregano. Place chicken breasts flat on cutting surface. Cut a lengthwise slit in each chicken breast forming a pocket, keeping other 3 sides intact. Stuff each chicken with cheese mixture; secure with toothpicks. Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS
I found this recipe on Redbook's website. It's so simple but sounds really good so I'm posting it here so I don't forget about it.
Provided by Tinat51796
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, garlic, and oregano in large plastic food storage bag.
- Pierce chicken with fork several times and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Add to bag and coat with dressing, marinate 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken from bag.
- Grill or broil 6 minutes per side.
- Or, cook in a grill pan over medium-high heat, 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 840.2, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 435.8, Sodium 791.9, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 144.8
GREEK STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
"After retiring to Tennessee, we missed the tastes of Chicago's Greektown," relates Beverly Hemmerich from Fairfield Glade. "Here's a version of a Greek-themed entree we often enjoyed."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet, saute the onion, garlic and pepper flakes in 2 teaspoons oil until tender. Add spinach; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheeses., Cut a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally almost to the bone. Fill each pocket with 1/4 cup spinach mixture. Place chicken in a 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, basil, oregano, salt, garlic powder, pepper and remaining oil; brush over chicken. , Cover and bake at 400° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove skin before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEK STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
Though the name sounds dubious, I'm not expecting you to stuff a Greek into a chicken breast. This is from my stack of Taste of Home magazines - Light and Tasty, October/November 2005 issue. I've tweaked slightly to lower fat. Posted for Zaar World Tour II
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Chicken
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line a 9 X 13 inch baking pan with foil for easier clean-up.
- In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, basil, oregano, salt, garlic powder, pepper & 2 teaspoons olive oil. Set aside.
- In a nonstick skillet saute onion, garlic & red pepper in remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil till onion is tender. Add spinach; cook & stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat & stir in cheeses.
- Dry chicken; cut deep pockets in each, slicing horizontally almost to the bone.
- Fill each pocket with 1/4 cup spinach mixture, pinch edges of chicken closed to minimize ooze.
- Place chicken in baking pan. Brush reserved oil/juice/herb mixture over each piece.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover & bake 10-15 minutes more until chicken is done ( 170ºF on meat thermometer).
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to make sure the chicken breasts are evenly sliced.
- Make sure the chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
- Don't overstuff the chicken breasts, or they will be difficult to close.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to secure the chicken breasts closed.
- Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat so they don't dry out.
- Baste the chicken breasts with the marinade or sauce throughout the grilling process.
- Let the chicken breasts rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Greek Garlic and Herb Stuffed Grilled Chicken Breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. The chicken breasts are juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing is a perfect blend of garlic, herbs, and cheese. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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