Craving a fresh twist on old chicken? This flavor-packed easy Greek Chicken is sure to be a new favorite–quick & delicious, plus freezer friendly too!
Our philosophy here at Living Well Spending Less is that you can never have too many quick & easy freezer meals ready to go, especially ones that use budget-friendly chicken! This tender, juicy Easy Greek Chicken is a snap to throw together but so full of flavor that it feels extra-special.
To make it as part of a freezer cooking day, just split the marinade & chicken into multiple bags, then throw it right into the freezer–no cooking required! Making it ahead of time is not necessary, though, as it is equally delicious just marinated in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
You can use any type of chicken but my family much prefers the boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which are a darker, juicier meat and also tend to be cheaper than the boneless skinless breasts.
Step 1: Squeeze lemons to release 2/3 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Step 2: Mince or crush garlic in garlic press.
Step 3: Remove rosemary leaves from stalk, discard stalk, and chop leaves.
Step 4: Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, cracked red pepper flakes, seasoned salt, & pepper together in bowl, then divide into 2 1-gallon freezer bags. (If freezing, be sure to label bags ahead of time.)
Step 5: Marinate chicken in bag for at least 30 minutes or longer, or press out air from bag and freeze.
Step 6: Thaw if frozen. Grill 7-8 minutes per side, basting with additional marinade, if desired. Alternatively, you can pour contents into slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, or place in casserole dish and bake at 400 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Serve over cooked rice.
Remove rosemary leaves from stalk, discard stalk and chop leaves.
Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, cracked red pepper flakes, seasoned salt, & pepper together in bowl, then divide into 2 1-gallon freezer bags. (If freezing, be sure to label bags ahead of time.)
Thaw if frozen. Grill 7-8 minutes per side, basting with additional marinade, if desired. Alternatively, you can pour contents into slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, or place in casserole dish and bake at 400 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Serve over cooked rice.
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This dish will be a repeat at our house. Everyone loved it.
Best chicken dish ever! It is so simple and my entire family loves it!!
What rice is it paired with in the picture?
Greek chicken is quickly becoming my favorite! I've stopped eating red meats about 3 weeks ago and I'm loving chicken and turkey recipes. This looks tasty with rice!
Well done! I am Greek and a little judgmental when I see *Greek* recipes.
Your recipe is subtle, no redundant fanciness and looks so very yummy.
You made me hungry now! :D
This look so good I am going to have to try it. I have been a "watcher" to your page for quite some time now and I have decided that I am going to be a participant. Your recipes don't sound as hard to prepare as I once thought. I am going to take the plunge and start. I live on a fixed income so think they will fit in just fine. Wish me luck