Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken
Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken
Ingredients:
2 boneless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
5. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh dill (or mint)
Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, and salt.
2. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
Greek Salad
Ingredients:
2 cups mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for dressing
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
Serving
Plate the grilled chicken alongside the tzatziki and Greek salad. Set the table with candles and enjoy a lovely, romantic meal!