Description
Creamy Feta & Tomato Chicken is a comforting one-pan dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, tangy feta sauce and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until softened (approximately 5 minutes).
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese and crumbled feta; stir until melted and creamy. Mix in oregano.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the feta-tomato sauce over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot, drizzled with any remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg