Lemon Oregano Chicken with Mediterranean Salsa Recipe
This dish features marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh Mediterranean salsa. It's a vibrant and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large lemons juiced
- 1 piece lemon zested
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ piece cucumber diced
- ¼ piece red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted and chopped
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- In another bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
- Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, discard excess, and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve chicken topped with Mediterranean salsa.
- For a complete meal, pair with couscous or a green salad.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.