Easy Low-Carb Greek Chicken

This simple, delicious, low-carb Greek Chicken recipe was originally taken from our sister website, Living Well Spending Less, and has long been a family favorite (even for people who eat carbs)!

Save on time during the week by preparing the chicken in the marinade ahead of time, then freezing or refrigerating until needed. You can even double or triple the recipe to keep on hand!

For an easy but impressive Greek-inspired low-carb dinner that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, serve with our Simple, Low-Carb Greek Salad.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lemon
• ½ cup olive oil
• 4-5 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup fresh rosemary chopped
• 1 tsp. seasoned salt
• ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ tsp. black pepper
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

STEP 1: Squeeze lemons to release 1/3  cup of fresh lemon juice. Mince or crush garlic in garlic press. Remove rosemary leaves from stalk, discard stalk and chop leaves.

STEP 2: Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, cracked red pepper flakes,  seasoned salt, & pepper together in bowl.

STEP 3: Pour marinade over chicken and place in casserole dish for at least 30 minutes or overnight. If freezing, place in freezer bag, be sure to press out all the air from bag and freeze. (If freezing, be sure to label bag ahead of time.)

STEP 4: Thaw if frozen. Grill 7-8 minutes per side, basting with additional marinade, if desired.  ALTERNATE COOKING DIRECTIONS: Pour contents into slow cooker; cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.  Or, place in a casserole dish and bake at 400 degrees for 30-40 minutes. 

STEP 5: Serve with Simple Greek Salad.