Skillet Greek Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Skillet Greek Chicken
Description
The chicken is marinated in a mixture of plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. This marinade tenderizes the chicken and imparts vibrant Mediterranean flavors. After marinating from 30 minutes up to 24 hours, the chicken cubes are cooked in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned and cooked through, retaining juiciness. The toppings include diced English cucumber, grape or cherry tomatoes, red onion, crumbled feta, Kalamata olives, and tzatziki sauce, adding fresh, creamy, and briny notes.
Serving the chicken with these fresh toppings complements its savory, herby taste and creates a balanced plate ideal for lunch or dinner. The dish can be served hot immediately after cooking or chilled, with toppings kept separate during storage to maintain freshness and texture.
This recipe is straightforward, relying on classic Greek ingredients and quick skillet cooking. It showcases a combination of marinated protein and refreshing salad-like accompaniments that can function as a main course in a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast boneless skinless, cubed
- 1/4 /4 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (more for cooking)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon black pepper ground
TOPPINGS:
- 1 cup English cucumber diced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, diced
- 3/4 /4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 3/4 /4 cup tzatziki sauce (I like Cedar's brand)
- 1/2 /2 cup red onion diced
- 1/2 /2 cup kalamata olives
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients except for the toppings and stir well. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. Remove from fridge when ready to cook to take the chill off.
- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil (about 2 tablespoons) to medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook 3-4 minutes per side until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the sides began to brown. Serve with chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, Kalamata olives, and tzatziki sauce. Can be served hot or cold. If storing, keep chicken and toppings separate.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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