Description
This Greek Chicken Bake is a flavorful, easy-to-make one-dish meal featuring tender chicken breasts baked with fresh vegetables, tangy olives, zesty pepperoncini, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a wholesome family dinner or meal prep, it combines Mediterranean ingredients and vibrant flavors for a nutritious, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 lbs chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tsp Greek seasoning (homemade or Cavender's)
Vegetables and Cheese
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Pepperoncini peppers (sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Lay the fresh spinach evenly at the bottom of a large casserole dish to create a flavorful and nutritious bed for the chicken.
- Add the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer on top of the spinach. Sprinkle the Greek seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse them with authentic Mediterranean flavor.
- Layer the toppings: Spread the halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, kalamata olives, sliced pepperoncini peppers, pressed garlic cloves, and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Finish with lemon juice: Pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the entire dish to add brightness and acidity that complements the other savory ingredients.
- Bake the dish: Place the casserole dish in a preheated oven at 350˚F (175˚C) and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F (74˚C).
- Serve warm: Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest briefly. Serve the Greek Chicken Bake warm, enjoying the combination of tender chicken and flavorful Mediterranean vegetables.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F to be safely cooked.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright flavor.
- The dish can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers for desired spice level.
- Serve with a side of rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to complete the meal.
