Description
Skillet Greek Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with fresh herbs, briny Kalamata olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy plant-based feta cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes with one-pan preparation, this meal offers a quick, wholesome, and colorful option perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into even pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup plant-based feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the chicken breasts into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking. Mince the garlic, halve the cherry tomatoes, crumble the plant-based feta cheese, and chop the fresh oregano and thyme. Have the Kalamata olives ready.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and add the extra virgin olive oil (natural). Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken pieces seasoned with salt and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden on one side, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Flip the chicken pieces and immediately add the minced garlic, fresh oregano, and thyme to the skillet. Stir the herbs and garlic in the oil to release their aroma while the chicken finishes browning.
- Incorporate Tomatoes and Olives: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives. Allow the tomatoes to soften and release their juices while the olives infuse a savory depth, about 5 minutes.
- Season and Thicken: Add the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), lemon juice, and natural gelling agent. Stir well to combine and coat the chicken evenly as the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Plant-Based Feta: Sprinkle the crumbled plant-based feta over the top. Cover the skillet and let it melt gently into the sauce for 2-3 minutes, creating creamy pockets of tangy flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet; allow space for the chicken to brown properly.
- Fresh herbs like oregano and thyme provide more vibrant flavors than dried options.
- Adjust acidity by adding more lemon juice at the end for a brighter finish.
- Rest the dish off heat for a few minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Skillet Greek Chicken, Mediterranean chicken, healthy chicken recipe, one-pan chicken, plant-based feta, quick dinner
