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Juicy baked chicken breast topped with feta cheese and kalamata olives in a glass baking dish
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High Protein Mediterranean Chicken

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless , skinless chicken breasts (approximately 200g each)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fat -free Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a glass baking dish.
  • Brush the marinade evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  • Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
  • Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and sliced kalamata olives.
  • Serve each chicken breast with a side of fat-free Greek yogurt for maximum protein content.