Greek Chicken with Feta Tomato Salsa
Tender oven-roasted Greek chicken breasts served with a bright, briny salsa of feta, cherry tomatoes, olives, herbs, and lemon for a fresh Mediterranean meal.
Servings
Ingredients
For the Feta Tomato Salsa:
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives sliced or whole
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
For the Chicken:
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (approximately 7 oz each)
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons quartered
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Prepare a large roasting pan or oven-safe skillet.
Prepare the feta tomato salsa
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, halved cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, minced parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped oregano. Stir gently to incorporate all ingredients without breaking down the tomatoes. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa while the chicken is prepared and cooked. This allows the flavors to meld.
Sear the chicken
- Heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the prepared roasting pan over medium-high heat. Season each chicken breast on both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Once the oil is hot, sear each chicken breast for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until lightly golden. This step enhances flavor but does not cook the chicken through.
Add lemon and roast
- After searing, squeeze the lemon wedges generously over the chicken to release their juice. Place the spent lemon wedges directly into the pan, arranging them around the chicken. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and roast for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160°F (71°C).
Assemble and serve
- Once fully cooked, remove the chicken from the oven. Arrange the breasts and roasted lemon wedges on a serving platter. Remove the salsa from the refrigerator and spoon it over the hot chicken. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and the salsa is cool and vibrant.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free, as it does not include wheat or gluten-containing ingredients. However, always verify that your feta cheese, kalamata olives, and spices are processed in a gluten-free facility or labeled gluten-free if serving to individuals with celiac disease or severe sensitivities.