Grilled Greek Chicken
This Grilled Greek Chicken is juicy, lemony, garlicky goodness that’s shockingly simple and dangerously addictive. Made with everyday ingredients and major Mediterranean flavor, it’s perfect for quick weeknights, healthy meal prep, or pretending you’re in Santorini (fan on full blast optional).
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 39 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean-inspired
Servings 3 servings
Calories 250 kcal
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts – this is the star, honey.
- 1/4 cup olive oil – get the good stuff if you can.
- Juice of 1 lemon – non-negotiable.
- 3 cloves garlic minced – the more, the better (trust me).
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano – gives it that Greek soul.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt – don’t skip it.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper – or just eyeball it like I do.
- Crumbled feta – optional but like... why wouldn’t you?
- Fresh parsley – totally optional but it makes her look cute.
Marinate Like You Mean It
In a bowl or ziplock (team ziplock over here), mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in and give it a good rub-down. Let her chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes — longer if you want that flavor in her bones.
Confession: I once forgot it overnight, and it was even better the next day. Accidental win? Absolutely.
Grill It, Babe
Preheat your grill or grill pan. Make sure it’s hot — I learned the hard way when my chicken stuck and basically shredded into sad pieces. You want that sizzle. Grill each side for about 5–6 minutes or until fully cooked. If you don’t have a meat thermometer, just cut into the thickest part and make sure it’s not pink.
Also: that smell? Literal vacation.
Let Her Rest
Don’t slice her right away — I know, I know, she’s tempting. But give the grilled chicken 5–10 minutes to rest. It keeps the juices inside instead of running all over your cutting board like a Greek tragedy.
Plate It Pretty
Slice it up and serve with a sprinkle of feta, a handful of chopped parsley, maybe some cucumber slices or pita on the side. Or don’t — eat it right off the grill pan like I did that one time after a long day. No shame here.
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No grill? Use a stovetop grill pan or cast iron skillet — still delicious!
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Chicken thighs? Totally work. Even juicier.
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Skip the feta? Sure, but girl, you’re missing a salty sprinkle of joy.
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Make it dairy-free: Just ditch the cheese — everything else is DF-friendly.
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Need it fast? Even a 15-minute marinade gives great results.
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Storing: Keeps in fridge 3–4 days. Amazing in salads or wraps the next day!
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