Best 6 Greek Style Baked Chicken Cutlets Recipes

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The aromatic and flavorful Greek cuisine offers a wide variety of delectable dishes, and among them, the "Greek Style Baked Chicken Cutlets" stand out as a culinary masterpiece. This dish seamlessly blends the tangy taste of lemon, the aromatic essence of oregano, and the richness of olive oil, creating a tantalizing flavor profile that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you're seeking a delightful main course for a family dinner or an impressive dish to serve at a special occasion, this recipe will guide you through the steps necessary to create a dish that embodies the essence of Greek culinary artistry.

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

GREEK CHICKEN BAKE



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As soon as the weather turns cold, I know it's time to pull out this go-to recipe. I assemble it in the morning, then put it in the oven before dinner. -Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
7 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups cut fresh green beans (1-inch pieces)
2 tablespoons finely chopped ripe olives
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked orzo pasta, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add potatoes; cook and stir until potatoes are lightly browned. Return onion mixture to pan; stir in tomatoes, green beans and olives. Cook 1 minute longer., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle chicken with salt and remaining pepper; place over top of potato mixture. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°. Sprinkle with feta and parsley. If desired, serve with orzo. To Make Ahead: Can be made a few hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

GREEK CHICKEN CUTLETS



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When 15 minutes is all you have, saute a quick-cooking cut, like thin chicken cutlets, and top it with a fresh, Greek-flavored mix of feta, olives, tomatoes, and mint.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
4 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled (1 cup)
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds thin chicken cutlets (about 8)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, olives, feta, mint, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Heat a grill pan over high; brush lightly with oil. Season cutlets with salt and pepper. Cook, working in batches as necessary, until chicken is cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate, and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm. Top chicken with tomato mixture, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 45 g

GREEK CHICKEN CUTLETS



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This Greek style chicken recipe is full of flavor and wonderful for a very quick weeknight dinner. It was adapted from one published in Everyday Food magazine. Can serve this with orzo or pita bread for a complete meal.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pint grape tomatoes, halved (or cherry tomatoes)
1/3 cup pitted kalamata olive, roughly chopped
4 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled (1 cup)
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, sliced in thin strips (chiffonade)
3 tablespoons olive oil (separated)
sea salt
fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs chicken cutlets (sliced or pounded thin)

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, olives, feta, mint, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • Season cutlets with salt and pepper to taste. Heat a grill pan, grill, or broiler. Coat pan or grill grates with remaining olive oil, and grill or broil 2 minutes per side.
  • Transfer cooked chicken to a warm plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • To serve, top each chicken cutlet with tomato mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.6, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 135.8, Sodium 620.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 41.3

ROASTED GREEK CHICKEN



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Juicy, flavorful chicken meat with a crispy skin. Tastes wonderful and is super simple to make.

Provided by GatorJess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken leg quarters, with bone and skin
¼ cup olive oil
4 lemons, halved
4 teaspoons dried oregano
4 teaspoons dried basil
4 teaspoons garlic powder
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken legs in a deep, large baking dish. Massage 1 tablespoon olive oil onto each chicken leg. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken. Arrange lemons around the chicken.
  • Mix oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; sprinkle evenly over each chicken leg, flipping the chicken to season both sides.
  • Cook chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 139.8 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 41.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2463.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

GREEK-STYLE BAKED CHICKEN CUTLETS



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Tender, delicious chicken every time. Serve over buttered orzo with a fresh green salad on the side. The fresh basil is the icing on the cake!

Provided by DOGIDOLO

Categories     Greek Recipes

Time 1h3m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
½ cup dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
cooking spray
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
¼ cup white wine
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts
10 Kalamata olives, pitted
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Whisk egg and milk together in a bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Soak chicken breasts in the egg wash and coat with bread crumbs; place on a plate.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking pan and sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • Cook garlic in the hot skillet until fragrant, no longer than 30 seconds. Pour in white wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet. Add tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and olives. Cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add basil; cook until wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Pour artichoke mixture over chicken in baking pan and top with feta cheese. Pour chicken broth over everything and cover the pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1091.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

GREEK-STYLE BAKED CHICKEN CUTLETS



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Tender, delicious chicken every time. Serve over buttered orzo with a fresh green salad on the side. The fresh basil is the icing on the cake!

Provided by DOGIDOLO

Categories     Greek Recipes

Time 1h3m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
½ cup dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
cooking spray
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
¼ cup white wine
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts
10 Kalamata olives, pitted
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Whisk egg and milk together in a bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Soak chicken breasts in the egg wash and coat with bread crumbs; place on a plate.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking pan and sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • Cook garlic in the hot skillet until fragrant, no longer than 30 seconds. Pour in white wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet. Add tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and olives. Cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add basil; cook until wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Pour artichoke mixture over chicken in baking pan and top with feta cheese. Pour chicken broth over everything and cover the pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1091.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken cutlets. This will make the dish easier to prepare and eat.
  • Marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme. This will help to flavor the chicken and make it more tender.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the dish. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the meal.
  • Bake the chicken and vegetables at a high temperature. This will help to caramelize the vegetables and create a crispy crust on the chicken.
  • Serve the chicken and vegetables with a side of Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce. This will add a creamy and refreshing element to the dish.

Conclusion:

Greek-style baked chicken cutlets are a delicious and healthy meal that is easy to prepare. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme, then baked with a variety of vegetables. The dish is served with a side of Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal that is also packed with flavor.

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