Greek Chicken Veggie Foil Packets (Printable)

Juicy chicken and fresh vegetables enhanced with zesty lemon and oregano, baked in foil for a simple, wholesome dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 5.3 oz each

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
05 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 3.5 oz pitted Kalamata olives

→ Marinade & Flavors

08 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Garnish

15 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
16 - Fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Additional lemon wedges for serving

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F, or prepare a grill to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor.
04 - Cut four sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each approximately 12 inches by 16 inches.
05 - Divide sliced peppers, zucchini, onion, tomatoes, and olives evenly among the foil sheets, arranging them in the center of each sheet.
06 - Place one marinated chicken breast on top of each vegetable pile. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables.
07 - Fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables, creating a sealed packet with edges folded tightly. Place packets on a baking sheet if baking, or directly on grill grates if grilling.
08 - Bake or grill for 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
09 - Carefully open foil packets, being mindful of escaping steam. Top each packet with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy cleanup as the entire meal is cooked in individual foil packets.
  • A high-protein and gluten-free dinner that doesn't compromise on flavor.
  • Versatile cooking methods: perfect for the oven or the grill.
02 -
  • Marinate the chicken for up to an hour if time permits to maximize the depth of the Greek flavors.
  • Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent tearing and ensure a tight seal that traps the steam.
  • Exercise caution when opening the packets after cooking, as the released steam will be very hot.
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