Mediterranean Chicken Bake with Tomatoes and Feta
This Mediterranean Chicken Bake is a delightful dish featuring juicy chicken, sweet roasted tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it brings vibrant flavors and a touch of holiday spirit to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins
- Total Time: 48 minute
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). This helps to cook the chicken evenly and intensify the flavors.
- In a large bowl, combine the halved tomatoes, sliced red onion, halved olives, and minced garlic. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Place the chicken in a large baking dish. Brush with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned.
- Evenly distribute the prepared tomato mixture over the chicken. This adds extra flavor and moisture during cooking.
- Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top and sprinkle the feta pieces evenly on the vegetables and chicken.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and juicy. It should reach an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
- After baking, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps to retain the juices in the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Avoid overcooking the chicken as it can become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches exactly 75°C (165°F). A large baking dish ensures even cooking. If you want to intensify the flavors, marinate the chicken in olive oil and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.