Grilled Greek Chicken

Fire up your grill and bring Mediterranean flavors to your table with this Grilled Greek Chicken recipe! Juicy, tender chicken breasts soak up a vibrant marinade made with olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme, complemented by a touch of earthy cumin and smoky paprika. After a quick grill to charred perfection, this dish is finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley and served with tangy lemon wedges for that classic Greek zest. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in under 30 minutes of active time, and it pairs beautifully with a crisp Greek salad or warm pita bread. Make sure to marinate the chicken for 2-4 hours for maximum flavor—this is your go-to recipe for deliciously light yet satisfying grilled chicken.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pound them lightly with a meat mallet until they are of even thickness for uniform cooking.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.

Step 4

Refrigerate the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. For best flavor, marinate for 2-4 hours.

Step 5

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the used marinade.

Step 7

Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 3-5 minutes to retain its juices.

Step 9

Garnish the grilled chicken with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898.5 grams (898.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1720

Total Fat 82.20g	105%
Saturated Fat 15.70g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 2888mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 18.20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 4.80g
Protein 218.30g	437%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 180mg	14%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 2186mg	47%

*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: 43.9%

Protein: 51.8%

Carbs: 4.3%