Description
High Protein Mediterranean Chicken is a zesty and nutritious dish that delivers vibrant flavors and healthy protein, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop cherry tomatoes and red onion; layer around marinated chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). For extra crispiness, broil on high for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg