Spartan Chicken Recipe
Spartan Chicken is a flavorful and hearty dish inspired by the bold flavors of Greek cuisine. This dish features tender chicken cooked in a savory tomato sauce with olives and feta cheese, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutesIngredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions: How to Cook Spartan Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the tomato mixture over the top.
- Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle olives and crumbled feta cheese over the chicken.
- Let the dish simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Spartan Chicken hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
