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Baked Feta Chicken

Baked Feta Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Baked Feta Chicken is a creamy, savory delight perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken baked with flavorful feta cheese and sweet tomatoes creates a dish your family will crave. Make it tonight!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast about 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 16 oz grape tomatoes
  • 8 oz feta cheese
  • 6 cloves garlic pressed
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400˚F.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat half (1 tbsp) of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Once it is hot, add the chicken breast. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Add grape tomatoes, garlic, and feta cheese into the pan and drizzle the remaining olive oil over top.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp).
  6. Remove the chicken from the pan and stir the sauce, smashing the feta and tomatoes together. Mix in the heavy cream, crushed red pepper, and additional salt and pepper to taste, then return the chicken to the pan and cover it with sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot with pasta, zoodles, spinach, garlic bread, or however you like it!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. You can freeze the cooked Baked Feta Chicken for up to two months. Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.