Mediterranean Chicken Dinner
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy-to-make chicken dinner, bursting with fresh ingredients and aromatic spices. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and balsamic vinegar until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over them and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, slice bell peppers into strips and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish alongside seasoned bell peppers. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer to plates and drizzle with any pan juices for added flavor. Enjoy with crusty bread or fluffy rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg