Mediterranean Diet Pulled Chicken

Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with the vibrant, wholesome flavors of the Mediterranean Diet Pulled Chicken. This easy-to-make dish features tender, oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned with a bold blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano, then shredded and paired with fresh red onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy lemon-garlic broth. Prepared in just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this nutrient-rich recipe is slow-cooked to perfection for irresistibly juicy results. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Serve this versatile pulled chicken over a crisp salad, with whole-grain bread, or as a protein-packed main course. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a nourishing, delicious way to embrace heart-healthy eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large lemon
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 small red onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic cloves. Squeeze the juice of the lemon into a small bowl, set aside.

Step 4

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 5

Add the garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the dried oregano, cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the pot, turning to coat in the mixture.

Step 9

Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 11

While the chicken is baking, dice the small red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 12

Once chicken is done, remove from the oven and use two forks to shred the meat directly in the pot.

Step 13

Add the diced red onion and halved cherry tomatoes into the pot, stirring to mix with the pulled chicken.

Step 14

Return the pot to the oven for an additional 10 minutes to soften the tomatoes and onions and meld the flavors.

Step 15

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and mix well.

Step 16

Serve warm, either on its own, with whole-grain bread, or as a topping for salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1544.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1893.0

Total Fat 61.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 3618.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 290.2g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 278.5mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 3451.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.0%

Protein: 62.8%

Carbs: 7.2%