Mediterranean Diet Oven-Baked Chicken Fillets
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our healthy and delicious Oven-Baked Chicken Fillets recipe. Perfectly marinated in a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and Mediterranean spices like oregano and thyme, these tender chicken fillets are baked alongside juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red onions, and briny Kalamata olives for a wholesome, one-pan meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is packed with protein and Mediterranean diet staples, making it a nutritious choice for weeknight dinners. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, and pair it with whole grains or a crisp green salad for a flavorful, complete meal the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken fillets
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 75 grams Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Place the chicken fillets in a large baking dish and pour the olive oil mixture over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 4
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and sliced olives around the chicken fillets in the baking dish.
Step 5
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and golden brown.
Step 7
Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm with a side of whole grain or a mixed green salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1183.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1652.9 |
| Total Fat 80.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 528.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4043.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.0g | |
| Protein 198.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 232.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2502.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories