The Best Greek CHicken Recipe
Using a Greek-inspired marinade, I have learned how to make the best Greek chicken recipe ever! This Greek chicken is perfectly seasoned with olive oil, garlic, herbs, lemon, and a little bit of honey just to balance everything out. The result is the juiciest, most flavorful chicken ever! Greek chicken is a wonderful meal prep idea to whip up at the beginning of the week and have on hand to create meals with all week long! Let’s get to cooking!
Ingredients Needed
Olive Oil: Most marinades start with some sort of oil. Olive oil is a great option for this Greek chicken marinade! Honey: To balance the flavors. It also caramelizes beautifully in the pan! Chicken: I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs here. You can also use chicken breast or bone-in thighs if you prefer. They will take a bit longer to cook, though! If using chicken breast, slice it in half length-wise to have thinner pieces. Garlic: Freshly minced garlic adds a deeper savory flavor. Thyme & Rosemary: I used fresh thyme and rosemary but you can also use dried. Dried has a bit more concentrated flavor, so add a bit less. Parsley: Fresh parsley adds a bright, herby flavor. Salt & Pepper: To taste. Lemon: Fresh lemon juice helps to tenderize the chicken but also adds a tangy flavor! Lemon Zest: Add the zest of the lemon too for added lemony flavor.
How to Make The best greek chicken
Tips for Success
Let the chicken sit in the Greek chicken marinade for at least 30 minutes. I like to leave it for about 1-2 hours to really get nice and flavorful! If making ahead, let it marinate overnight in the fridge! After you use the marinade, throw it away! The marinade has been contaminated by raw chicken, so you can’t really use it for anything else. Allow the chicken to rest a bit before diving in! I like to let it rest at least 5 minutes. This helps the juices inside to settle so they won’t come pouring out when you slice into it.
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