Greek Lemon Chicken with Feta and Olives | Kevin Wagonfoot

ByKevin Wagonfoot

Look, I’m not claiming to be a travel chef, but this Greek Lemon Chicken has genuinely transported me to a sun-soaked taverna—at least in my head while I’m standing in my kitchen. The combination of bright lemon, salty feta, and briny olives just works, and I’m always amazed how five simple ingredients can feel this satisfying.

The best part? I don’t have to overthink it. This is the kind of recipe where you throw everything in a pan, let it do its thing, and end up with something that tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did.

Why This Works for Low-Carb High-Protein

If you’re eating low-carb and high-protein like I am, this chicken is your friend. You’re getting lean protein from the chicken, healthy fats from the olives and feta that actually keep you full, and zero carb guilt. It’s the kind of meal that fuels my day without the afternoon energy crash I used to get, and I can make it in about 30 minutes flat.

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Greek Lemon Chicken with Feta and Olives

Greek Lemon Chicken with Feta and Olives

Enjoy a vibrant Greek-inspired dish with juicy lemon chicken, tangy feta, and briny olives. A perfect low carb meal for a healthy lifestyle.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min Serves: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup olives (pitted and sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Instructions

  1. Start by marinating the chicken breast in lemon juice and zest for at least 10 minutes. This helps tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
  2. While the chicken marinates, preheat your oven. This ensures even cooking and a deliciously juicy chicken.
  3. Once marinated, place the chicken in the oven. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. In the last few minutes of cooking, add minced garlic, feta cheese, and olives on top of the chicken. This allows the flavors to meld wonderfully.
  5. When done, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. This keeps the juices in the chicken for a moist bite.

Nutrition per serving

350 cal 4gg net carbs 15gg fat 50gg protein

All recipes serve 2. All nutritional info is per serving.

Tips & Variations

  • Don't skip browning the chicken first—those golden bits add flavor you can't get any other way.
  • Squeeze your lemon juice fresh if you can; the bottled stuff just doesn't have the same brightness.
  • Throw in some spinach or zucchini at the end if you want more volume without derailing your macros.

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