Greek Chicken with Cucumber Salsa (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Chicken
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2 large chicken breasts
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons minced parsley
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
→ For the Cucumber Salsa
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2 cups finely chopped cucumbers
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1.5 cups chopped tomatoes
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1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
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1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
Place the chicken on the cutting board and carefully cut through it as if butterflying the chicken, but slice all the way through to create four thinner, more uniform chicken breasts.
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Combine olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices. Pour the marinade over the chicken and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
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Heat a grill or grill pan to medium heat, approximately 375°F. Add the chicken and grill for 4-5 minutes on each side. Check for a temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer.
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Remove the chicken from heat and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
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Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and parsley in a bowl. Toss to evenly coat.
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Serve the grilled chicken with cucumber salsa alongside or on top. Optionally, garnish with feta and fresh lemon wedges.