Description
Baked Chicken with Crispy Feta & Vinaigrette is a flavor-packed dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a culinary delight. Topped with golden, crispy feta and drizzled with a zesty vinaigrette, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests at dinner parties. Enjoy every bite of this deliciously satisfying meal that’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, combine feta cheese, olive oil, and minced garlic; mix well.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and spread the feta mixture generously on top.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and oregano until smooth.
- Pour half of the vinaigrette over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Drizzle remaining vinaigrette over the chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg