Sauteed Chicken with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Sauteed Chicken with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta
45 min.
6
242kcal

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Sauteed Chicken with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta: A Delectable Gluten-Free Delight

If you're a fan of Mediterranean cuisine, you're in for a treat with this Sauteed Chicken with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to make but also packed with flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of the Mediterranean. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxing dinner, serving up to six people.

Each serving comes in at a modest 242 calories, making it a guilt-free option that doesn't compromise on taste. This dish doubles as a main course and a main dish, versatile enough to cater to any mealtime. The combination of juicy chicken breasts, sun-ripened grape tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and crumbly feta cheese, all seasoned with fresh oregano and a zesty lemon dressing, creates a symphony of flavors that is both rich and refreshing.

Preparation is simple and straightforward, requiring minimal effort but maximum flavor. The chicken breasts are first marinated in a lemon and oregano dressing, infusing them with a vibrant, citrusy aroma. Meanwhile, the tomato and olive mixture awaits, its components harmoniously blended with the reserved dressing and crumbled feta, promising a burst of Mediterranean freshness with every bite.

Served hot, the chicken is seared to perfection, achieving a crispy exterior while remaining tender and juicy inside. It's then laid on a platter, adorned with the colorful and savory tomato-olive mixture, creating a dish that is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this Sauteed Chicken with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta is a recipe you'll want to add to your repertoire. It's a celebration of simple ingredients that, when combined, create a meal that's both satisfying and sophisticated. So why not give it a try and let your culinary journey take you on a Mediterranean escape?

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • 16  grape tomatoes stemmed quartered
  • 30  kalamata olives pitted cut lengthwise into slivers
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • teaspoons oregano fresh chopped
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • whisk
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Score top of chicken breasts with sharp knife; place in large glass baking dish.
  2. Whisk 1/2 cup oil, lemon juice, 6 teaspoons oregano, and garlic in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Chill 3 tablespoons dressing for tomatoes.
  3. Pour remaining dressing over chicken; turn chicken to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 6 hours, turning occasionally.
  4. Toss olives, tomatoes, feta, remaining 2 teaspoons oregano, and reserved dressing in medium bowl.
  5. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add chicken and sauté until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
  7. Transfer to platter; season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon tomato mixture onto chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories242kcal
Protein43.8%
Fat46.16%
Carbs10.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.67
Glycemic Load
0.72
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
17.465217377829%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.66mg
Hesperetin
1.96mg
Naringenin
0.5mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:242.47kcal
12.12%
Fat:12.52g
19.26%
Saturated Fat:3.27g
20.41%
Carbohydrates:6.12g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:3.72g
1.35%
Sugar:1.76g
1.96%
Cholesterol:83.44mg
27.82%
Sodium:588.89mg
25.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.72g
53.44%
Vitamin B3:12.37mg
61.85%
Selenium:38.49µg
54.99%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.42%
Phosphorus:297.67mg
29.77%
Vitamin K:23.08µg
21.98%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.24%
Potassium:593.3mg
16.95%
Vitamin C:13.19mg
15.98%
Vitamin E:2.27mg
15.14%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.45%
Calcium:127.45mg
12.75%
Magnesium:47.21mg
11.8%
Vitamin A:589.14IU
11.78%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.18%
Iron:1.75mg
9.72%
Fiber:2.4g
9.6%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.17%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.94%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.29%
Folate:24.98µg
6.25%
Copper:0.11mg
5.36%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious