Greek Chicken Bake with Feta, Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, and Peperoncini Recipe
This Greek Chicken Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with aromatic Greek spices, topped with vibrant cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, spicy peperoncini, and crumbled feta cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this recipe combines a brief sear on the stovetop and a flavorful finish in the oven for the perfect balance of juicy chicken and savory Mediterranean toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 very large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Greek Seasoning
Toppings
- 1/2 cup cherry tomato halves
- 1/2 cup chopped or sliced Kalamata olives (or black olives)
- 1/2 cup sliced Greek peperoncini
- 3/4 cup crumbled Feta cheese (adjust to taste)
- Fresh-ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the chicken: Trim the chicken breasts by removing any fatty or undesirable parts. Rub both sides of each breast with 2 teaspoons of Greek seasoning for flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 2 minutes on the first side until they start to brown slightly.
- Flip the chicken: Turn the chicken over and cook for a few more minutes on the other side. Avoid cooking fully as the chicken will finish cooking in the oven.
- Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board and let them cool for a couple of minutes until safe to handle.
- Prepare toppings: While cooling, drain and slice the olives, halve the cherry tomatoes, remove seeds and slice the peperoncini, and crumble the feta cheese.
- Slice the chicken: Cut each chicken breast lengthwise into 3 to 4 strips for easier layering and serving.
- Arrange in casserole dish: Spray an 8″x13″ or 9″x12″ casserole dish with non-stick spray. Lay the chicken strips crosswise in the dish.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, and peperoncini evenly over the chicken strips. Then crumble the feta cheese on top.
- Season: Add fresh-ground black pepper to taste over the entire dish.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the chicken is hot through and the cheese starts to melt. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the Greek Chicken Bake hot. Enjoy the Mediterranean flavors!
Notes
- Greek Seasoning typically contains a blend of oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, thyme, and marjoram. You can use a store-bought mix or make your own.
- If you prefer less heat, adjust the amount of peperoncini or remove the seeds to reduce spiciness.
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with thighs if preferred, but cooking times may vary slightly.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked to 165°F (75°C).
- Non-stick spray helps prevent the chicken and toppings from sticking to the casserole dish.
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