Best Simple Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Recipes

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SIMPLE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Simple Mediterranean Grilled Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mydesigirl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 46m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs chicken breasts, thinly-sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lemon, juice of
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine the olive oil, garlic, the juice of the lemon, a generous amount of salt and pepper, and the tahini.
  • Mix and let sit for at least 30 minutes, though longer is better.
  • Grill on a very hot grate for 2 minutes per side.
  • Do not overcook.
  • Top with chopped fresh parsley.

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Provided by Layla

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 garlic clove (crushed in garlic press or finely chopped)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 ⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, garlic, paprika, and oregano in large plastic food storage bag.
  • Pierce chicken with fork several times and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add to bag and coat with dressing, marinate 20 minutes or up to two days in the fridge.
  • Remove chicken from bag. Grill or broil for about 5-6 minutes per side. Or, cook in a grill pan over medium-high heat, 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 231 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 425 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN & GREENS



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Any chicken entree that's this easy and yummy is a win-win for me. And it's healthy, too! -Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup orange juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
1/4 cup prepared vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., In a large bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Slice chicken; serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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