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Chicken Salmoriglio

Delicious Chicken Salmoriglio for a Quick Mediterranean Feast

Chicken Salmoriglio is a quick and flavorful dish combining chicken with zesty lemon, garlic, and oregano, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for added flavor
  • ¼ cup Fresh Oregano or 1 tsp dried oregano if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice always use fresh
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil opt for extra virgin
  • to taste Salt and Pepper adjust for personal taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • ziplock bag or shallow dish
  • grill or skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken breasts into a ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the marinated chicken breasts to the heated grill or skillet, cooking each piece for 6 to 7 minutes per side.
  6. Once cooked, let the chicken rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
  7. Slice the rested chicken breasts and serve with your chosen sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Leftover Chicken Salmoriglio can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, great for meals throughout the week.

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