Baked Chicken with Crispy Feta Bliss for Dinner
Baked Chicken with Crispy Feta & Zesty Vinaigrette elevates your midweek dinner with simple ingredients and gourmet flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone-in)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup Zesty Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (chopped)
- 2 pieces Lemon Wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange chicken thighs bone-side down in the dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled feta with zesty vinaigrette and mix until well coated.
- Spoon feta mixture over chicken thighs, spreading it evenly to cover.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and feta is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest before garnishing with chopped herbs and serving with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Recommended to use bone-in chicken thighs for maximum moisture and flavor.
- Avocado oil can substitute olive oil for a higher smoke point.
- Homemade vinaigrette of lemon juice and Dijon mustard enhances flavor.
- Sheep’s milk feta provides the best consistency.
- Parsley and basil are good herb choices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
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