Greek Chicken With Lemon And Feta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lemon, juiced and zested.
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil.
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3 garlic cloves, finely minced or 1 tsp dried garlic powder.
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1 tsp dried oregano.
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
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1/2 tsp plus a pinch of sea salt.
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1/4 tsp coarse black pepper.
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1 pound thin-sliced chicken breast.
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1/4 cup feta cheese.
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1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley.
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Additional wedges of lemon for garnish.
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well emulsified. Set aside 1/4 cup of this marinade for later.
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Add the thin-sliced chicken breast to the mixing bowl with the remaining marinade. Use tongs to coat each piece thoroughly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to deepen flavors.
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a drizzle of olive oil and place the marinated chicken into the skillet. Cook until the bottom is a golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
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Flip the chicken and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when sliced.
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate and drizzle the reserved marinade over the top. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese.
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Serve with additional lemon wedges, and enjoy your flavorful Greek chicken!.
# Notes:
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Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to maximize flavor infusion.
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If you're avoiding dairy, feta can be omitted or replaced with a dairy-free alternative.