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THE JUICIEST Greek Chicken You'll Ever Make Thanks to This Trick! Chicken en Papillote

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Greek Chicken en Papillote

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean region, Greek Chicken en Papillote showcases the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine. This dish is traditionally prepared by sealing ingredients in parchment paper, allowing them to steam and infuse with aromatic herbs and fresh vegetables. It's a popular choice for family dinners, combining healthful ingredients with ease of preparation. Today, variations abound, with many enjoying it as a quick weeknight meal or a delightful weekend dinner.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
700 g chicken (breast and legs boneless)
2 peppers
1 onion
1 clove of garlic
200 g tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
salt
pepper
oregano
sweet paprika
30 ml olive oil
thyme
juice from 1/2 lemon
200 g graviera cheese
baking paper

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories, while ricotta is often less expensive.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken thighs are often more flavorful and cheaper than breasts.

1

Cut the chicken into smaller pieces.

2

Chop 2 peppers and 1 onion.

3

Mince 1 clove of garlic.

4

Add 200 g of tomatoes or cherry tomatoes to the mixture.

5

Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and sweet paprika.

6

Pour in 30 ml of olive oil and add thyme.

7

Squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon into the mixture.

8

Cover the mixture and put it in the fridge for 2 hours.

9

Take the mixture out of the fridge and separate it into 4 portions.

10

Add 200 g of graviera cheese to each portion.

11

Wrap each portion in baking paper.

12

Bake at 200°C (390°F) for 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sealingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking paperknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Chicken en PapilloteGreek ChickenChicken in Parchment

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