Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delightful Greek Chicken Casserole:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
These ingredients are not only accessible but also packed with flavor. The combination of Greek yogurt and feta cheese creates a creamy texture that will have your taste buds dancing.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Mix Greek yogurt, feta, cherry tomatoes, and olives in a bowl, then place seared chicken in a baking dish and pour mixture over it.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve, optionally over quinoa or brown rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg