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Greek Chicken

This Greek chicken recipe includes a lemon and garlic marinade with fresh oregano for an easy grilled chicken dish that's big on Greek flavor.

8 servings · 254g/servingPrep: 10 minCook: 30 minTotal: 2h 40mMediterraneanOriginal recipe ↗

Ingredients

  • Olive Oil108g2 × 1/4 cup
  • Lemon Juice90g2 × 1 lemon yield
  • Garlic, raw9g3 cloves
  • Rosemary, fresh1.7gtbsp
  • Thyme2.4g1 tablespoon fresh
  • Oregano3g1 tablespoon dried
  • Chicken Breast1814g8 × 8 oz

Estimated Cost

  • Olive Oil (108g)$1.42
  • Lemon Juice (90g)$0.36
  • Garlic, raw (9g)$0.24
  • Rosemary, fresh (1.7g)
  • Thyme (2.4g)$0.38
  • Oregano (3g)$0.42
  • Chicken Breast (1814g)$15.96
Total (8 servings)$18.78(~$2.35/serving)

* Cost estimate based on 6 of 7 ingredients.

Prices are estimates based on Kroger grocery store data, last updated March 2026. Actual prices may vary by location and retailer.

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, chopped garlic, rosemary, thyme, and oregano in a glass dish.

  2. 2

    2. Add the chicken pieces and turn until coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.

  3. 3

    3. Prepare an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly coat the grill grate with oil.

  4. 4

    4. Transfer the chicken to the grill, discarding the marinade.

  5. 5

    5. Grill for approximately 15 minutes per side (smaller pieces cook faster), until the meat near the bone shows no pink, juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted at the bone reads 165°F.

Nutrition per serving

Based on 8 servings · USDA data

Calories492
Protein70g
Carbs1g
Fat21g
Fiber0g
Sodium171mg

Nutrition calculated from USDA FoodData Central using ingredient quantities in grams.

Nutrition values are estimates based on USDA data and may vary.