Greek Chicken Casserole: A Flavorful Mediterranean Comfort Dish
When you think of Greek cuisine, bold flavors like lemon, garlic, feta, olives, and fresh herbs come to mind. This Greek Chicken Casserole brings all of those Mediterranean elements together in one easy, hearty, and comforting dish. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or even meal prepping since it reheats beautifully.
Unlike heavy cream-based casseroles, this recipe highlights the fresh and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean diet, known for its health benefits and balance. Juicy chicken is layered with spinach, cherry tomatoes, olives, and crumbled feta, then baked until bubbling and golden. Every bite is zesty, savory, and satisfying.
Greek Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease casserole dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and half of oregano. Sear in skillet until golden.
- Layer chicken, onions, tomatoes, and olives in dish. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with oregano.
- Cover with foil, bake 25 minutes. Remove foil, top with feta, bake 10–15 more minutes.
- Garnish with parsley, serve hot with rice, potatoes, or pita.
Notes
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Mediterranean-inspired – full of lemon, herbs, and briny olives.
✅ Nutritious & wholesome – high protein, packed with veggies.
✅ One-dish meal – minimal cleanup and easy prep.
✅ Make-ahead friendly – reheats perfectly for busy weeknights.
✅ Versatile – serve as a main dish or with a side of rice, couscous, or pita bread.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into chunks)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional, for melty top)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken chunks with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken on all sides until lightly golden (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet).
Step 2: Build the Flavor Base
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking just until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread the seared chicken in a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
- Layer with the spinach-tomato mixture, kalamata olives, lemon juice, and zest.
- Sprinkle feta cheese generously over the top. For extra cheesiness, add shredded mozzarella.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbling.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with warm pita bread, couscous, or roasted potatoes.
Variations & Tips
- Make it low-carb: Skip starchy sides and serve with cauliflower rice.
- Add more veggies: Bell peppers or zucchini work beautifully.
- Make it creamy: Stir in ½ cup Greek yogurt before baking for a tangy, creamy texture.
- Meal prep tip: Divide into portions and refrigerate up to 4 days. Freezes well for 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this casserole with:
- A simple Greek salad with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olive oil.
- Lemon roasted potatoes for a classic Greek-style meal.
- Warm pita bread and hummus for dipping.
Nutrition (per serving, 6 servings)
- Calories: ~340
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
This makes it a balanced, high-protein, Mediterranean-friendly dish.
