Description
Greek Chicken Casserole is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Featuring juicy, marinated chicken paired with colorful vegetables and topped with creamy feta cheese, this casserole invites family and friends to gather around the table for a comforting meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, it’s an experience that warms the heart and tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 red bell peppers, chopped
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced thinly
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly.
- Sauté chopped bell peppers and zucchini in a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a baking dish, layer marinated chicken at the bottom followed by sautéed vegetables.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and golden brown.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg