Description
Chicken Saganaki is a flavorful Greek dish featuring tender chicken in a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted feta cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, offering a taste of Mediterranean cuisine with minimal effort. Keywords: Greek chicken recipe, Mediterranean chicken, quick chicken dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 to 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 14.5 ounces canned tomatoes, pureed (unsalted)
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4–6 scallions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Broiler: Set the broiler to high.
- Season the Chicken: Lightly season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: In an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the chicken for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, cook onions and garlic for 8-10 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add pureed tomatoes, water, sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir well, being cautious with salt due to the feta.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it’s submerged in the sauce.
- Add Feta: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Broil: Bring to a boil, then transfer the skillet to the oven. Broil for 5-8 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce bubbles.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with scallions, and serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Use authentic Greek feta for the best flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for added flavor.
- Vegetables like bell peppers or spinach can be added for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Broiler
- Cuisine: Greek
