Skillet Greek Chicken

Skillet Greek Chicken

Skillet Greek Chicken is a flavorful chicken marinated in yogurt and spices cooked on the stove. This easy chicken dinner is great for low-carb, meal prep, or just a delicious meal served with warm naan.

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken breasts

    cubed

    2 lb
  • plain greek yogurt
    ¼ c
  • lemon juice
    2 tbsp
  • olive oil)

    (more for cooking

    2 tbsp
  • red wine vinegar
    1 tbsp
  • dried oregano
    2 tsp
  • garlic

    minced

    2 cloves
  • kosher salt
    1 tsp
  • ground pepper
    ½ tsp
  • english cucumber

    diced

    1 c
  • grape or cherry tomatoes

    diced

    1 c
  • feta crumbles
    ¾ c
  • tzatziki sauce)

    (i like cedar's brand

    ¾ c
  • red onion

    diced

    ½ c
  • kalamata olives
    ½ c

Directions

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    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.

Skillet Greek Chicken

Skillet Greek Chicken

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful chicken dinner that's both easy and packed with authentic taste? This Skillet Greek Chicken recipe delivers, bringing the bright, savory notes of Mediterranean cuisine right to your table without a fuss.

Why This Recipe Works

The secret to this Skillet Greek Chicken's incredible tenderness and depth of flavor lies in its rich yogurt marinade. The yogurt, combined with lemon juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and aromatic oregano and garlic, helps tenderize the chicken while infusing every bite with a tangy, herbaceous essence. Cooking it quickly in a skillet ensures juicy results and makes for a swift, weeknight-friendly meal.

What to Expect

Prepare for a dish that’s bursting with fresh, dynamic flavors. You'll find the chicken incredibly tender and moist, with a delightful savory tang from the marinade. It's perfectly complemented by the cool, crisp cucumber and tomatoes, the salty pop of kalamata olives and feta crumbles, and the creamy richness of tzatziki sauce. This naturally low-carb meal offers a wonderful balance of textures and tastes, making it satisfying and refreshing.

Customization & Variations

While delicious as written, feel free to personalize your Skillet Greek Chicken. If you're not a fan of Kalamata olives, you can omit them or swap them for sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil) for a different briny note. For an extra kick, a pinch of red pepper flakes can be added to the marinade. You can also adjust the amount of feta or red onion to your preference.

Serving & Context

This Skillet Greek Chicken is an ideal choice for a quick and impressive weeknight meal, excellent for meal prep, or perfect for those following a low-carb diet. Serve it simply with warm naan bread to soak up all the delicious flavors, or alongside a fresh green salad for an even lighter option.

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