Baked Chicken with Crispy Feta & Vinaigrette
Baked Chicken with Crispy Feta & Vinaigrette is a delectable dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into an extraordinary meal. Juicy, tender chicken is baked to perfection and topped with a zesty vinaigrette and crunchy feta cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 oz block feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano to create the vinaigrette.
- Arrange seasoned chicken in the baking dish; drizzle vinaigrette over the top and sprinkle with crumbled feta.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 140mg