Best 4 Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Recipes

Are you craving a dish that bursts with vibrant Mediterranean flavors and leaves your taste buds tingling with delight? Look no further than "Mediterranean Lemon Chicken." This culinary masterpiece combines the tangy zest of lemons, the aromatic blend of Mediterranean herbs, and the succulent tenderness of chicken to create a tantalizing entree that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.

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

MEDITERRANEAN BAKED CHICKEN WITH LEMON

Mediterranean Baked Chicken with Lemon image

While visiting our daughters in Ohio, we celebrated by cooking a wonderful Lebanese dinner. I showed my daughters how to bake chicken with garlic roasted potatoes. We finished with our homemade baklava. -Shirley Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 medium lemons, thinly sliced
SPICE BLEND:
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients until blended. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange lemon slices in two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bag. Place chicken over lemon slices. Mix spice blend ingredients; sprinkle over chicken. Drizzle with reserved marinade. Bake, covered, 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

MEDITERRANEAN LEMON CHICKEN

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This goes nicely with roasted potatoes! Mmm mmm Mediterranean! The recipe uses chicken legs, but works for any chicken parts.

Provided by NIBLETS

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lemon
2 teaspoons dried oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 chicken legs

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, grate the peel from 1/2 the lemon, squeeze out the juice (about 1/4 cup) and add to peel with the oregano, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Stir until mixed.
Remove skin from chicken pieces and discard. Coat chicken pieces with the lemon mixture and arrange, bone-side up, in the baking dish. Cover dish and bake for 20 minutes. Turn and baste chicken.
Reduce heat to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) and bake uncovered, basting every 10 minutes, for about 30 more minutes. Serve chicken with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 105.1 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 199.6 mg

MEDITERRANEAN LEMON CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by dkanon

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon McCormick® Perfect Pinch® Mediterranean herb seasoning
1 pound thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breast, halves
2 tablespoon oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley

Steps:

Mix flour and seasoning in shallow dish. Reserve 1 tablespoon. Moisten chicken lightly with water. Coat evenly with remaining flour mixture. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Cook 1/2 of the chicken pieces 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining chicken, adding additional oil if necessary. Remove chicken from skillet. Mix broth, lemon juice and reserved flour mixture in medium bowl until well blended. Add to skillet. Bring to boil, stirring to release browned bits in bottom of skillet. Stirring frequently, cook 5 to 7 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Return chicken to skillet; cook until heated through. Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve with cooked pasta or rice, if desired.

MEDITERRANEAN LEMON CHICKEN

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken image

A quick and easy saute with the flavors of the Mediterranean in a light sauce. I like this served over basmati rice: the fragrant rice compliments the lemon and oregano and makes a nice meal. And the rice cooks in the time it takes to make this entree, so everything is ready at the same time. A note on the use of arrowroot instead of cornstarch: Arrowroot is a good thickener for an acidic liquid (Cornstarch loses potency in acids.) It is also a good choice if your sauce is mildly flavored. When you're looking for a high-gloss finish, use arrowroot.

Provided by East Wind Goddess

Categories Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken tenders, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
3 medium shallots, minced
2 tablespoons dried greek oregano, chopped, not ground
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons garlic pepper seasoning
4 ounces lemon juice
2 teaspoons arrowroot

Steps:

Saute the chicken pieces in the butter and olive oil until golden.
Add minced garlic and shallots.
Add 1 cup chicken broth, oregano, lemon juice, lemon zest and garlic pepper.
Stir, and as liquid is reduced, ballast with additional broth to prevent drying out. You may use the whole can--you should keep a good balance of liquid to the chicken pieces to form a sauce.
Add arrowroot to a bit (about one tablespoon) of the broth, mix until dissolved and stir into the saute.
Continue stirring until the sauce thickens and a glaze is formed.
Remove from the stove and serve over basmati rice.

Tips:

To achieve crispy and flavorful chicken, use a combination of olive oil and butter for frying. This will create a golden-brown crust while keeping the meat tender and juicy.
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This allows the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish.
Use a variety of seasonings and spices to enhance the taste of the chicken. Common Mediterranean spices include oregano, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and cumin.
Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will result in soggy pieces.
Serve the chicken with a simple side dish such as roasted vegetables, rice, or pasta. This will allow the flavors of the chicken to shine through.

Conclusion:

The recipes in this article offer a delicious and easy way to enjoy Mediterranean-style chicken. With a variety of flavors and cooking methods to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, these recipes have you covered. So next time you're craving Mediterranean food, give one of these recipes a try and experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in your own kitchen.

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