Greek Chicken Bites
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5.0
300 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marinating Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
195 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Greek Chicken Bites
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These Greek Chicken Bites are flavor-packed nuggets seasoned with lemon, garlic, and oregano, and are perfect for salads, gyros, or a paleo / low-carb main!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken breasts cut into 1" pieces (about 2 breasts)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest)
- 2 cloves garlic minced (about 1 teaspoon)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth, or water in a pinch
Instructions
- Make the marinade by mixing the olive oil (2 tablespoons), lemon juice and zest (from 1 lemon), minced garlic (2 cloves), dried oregano (2 teaspoons), kosher salt (1 teaspoon) and black pepper (1/2 teaspoon) together in a small bowl or glass measuring cup.
- Put the cut up chicken breasts in a plastic bag or container with a lid. Pour the marinade over the chicken and stir to coat (or smush around in the plastic bag). Allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes, but preferably for 2-24 hours (you can skip this if you're in a hurry or didn't plan ahead).
- Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot (this may take a few minutes if you are using cast iron, or only about 30 seconds to a minute if using another material).
- Add the chicken to the skillet and spread out in an even layer. Cook without disturbing for about 5 minutes. Then, flip and cook on the other side for about 5 more minute, or until chicken is completely cooked (the internal temperature should be 165 degrees F, or cut into a piece to make sure it's not pink anymore).
- Pour in the white wine (1/4 cup) and deglaze the bottom of the skillet, using a spatula or wooden spoon to loosen all the stuck-on browned bits while coating the chicken in them. Continue sautéing until most of the wine has evaporated and the chicken is coated in the deglazed drippings. Serve.
Notes
- If using a stainless steel or not well seasoned cast iron skillet, you may want to add 1 more tablespoon of olive oil to it before adding the chicken to prevent sticking.
- You can use the marinade and technique with another protein, such as chicken thighs, pork, steak tips, or shrimp. You may need to adjust cooking times depending on what you use.
- Ingredient substitutions: in a pinch, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar may be substituted for the lemon juice (and the zest omitted), and 1 teaspoon garlic powder substituted for the fresh minced garlic. Pre-mixed Greek seasoning or 1.5 tablespoons fresh oregano may be substituted for the dried oregano.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
195kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
713mg
(30%)
Potassium
420mg
(12%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
34IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
12mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 713mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 420mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 34IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
300 reviews
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