This recipe for Greek Grilled Chicken features tender and juicy chicken breasts loaded with fresh Mediterranean flavors from a zesty garlic oregano marinade. Topped with a tangy Greek salad inspired topping, it’s a ridiculously easy way to upgrade plain grilled chicken into an amazing meal.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
• 🛒 Ingredients for Greek Chicken
• 🔪 How to Make Greek Grilled Chicken
• 💡 Tips
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with Grilled Greek Chicken
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• How Long Can I Marinate the Chicken?
• How Do I Know When the Chicken is Done?
• Can I Cook this Without a Grill?
• Can I Make the Topping Ahead of Time?
• 🍽️ More Delicious Chicken Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe

• Marinated and grilled tender juicy chicken
• Served with a Greek salad-like topping
• Quick and easy to make
• Healthy and flavorful spin on plain grilled chicken
• Family friendly

Grilled chicken is great and all, but let’s be honest, sometimes, it can get a little boring. That’s where this Greek Grilled Chicken comes in. It’s marinated in an olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh lemon juice mixture that infuses every bite with incredible flavor. Then, it’s topped with a Greek salad-inspired mix of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and salty feta.

This recipe is so simple, but it tastes like something from your favorite Mediterranean restaurant. It’s healthy, packed with flavor, and a total game-changer for weeknight dinners. Whether you serve it on its own, over rice, or tucked into warm pita bread, it’s guaranteed to be a hit.

If you love the fresh Mediterranean flavors of this recipe, you should also try my Air Fryer Greek Chicken Souvlaki!

🛒 Ingredients for Greek Chicken

• Chicken
• Cucumbers
• Tomatoes
• Feta cheese
• Kalamata olives
• Red onion
• Olive oil
• Lemon
• Red wine vinegar
• Garlic
• Mint
• Dijon mustard
• Oregano
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Grill

🔪 How to Make Greek Grilled Chicken

Cut each chicken breast in half, giving you 6 thinner cutlets. Place the chicken in food storage container.

In a mixing bowl, add in the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt and ground black pepper. Whisk until well combined and emulsified.

Pour half over the chicken, then pour the other half in a separate container and reserve for later.

Toss the chicken in the marinade and allow to marinate in the fridge for 2-4 hours.

Heat your grill while you prepare the topping for the chicken.

Once the grill is ready, grill the chicken for several minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F.

In a mixing bowl, add in the chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, red onion and chopped mint.

Pour the reserved marinade over the top.

Toss to combine.

Once the chicken is cooked through, spoon some over the tops of the chicken and serve.

💡 Tips

• Marinate for at least 2 hours: To give the chicken the best flavor it needs the full two hours to soak in the marinade.

• Rest before slicing: This helps keep it juicy. Give it 5 minutes before cutting it.

• Use a meat thermometer: The internal temperature should reach 165°F for perfectly cooked chicken.

• Thinner is better: If your chicken breasts are not thick enough to slice in half, you can use a kitchen mallet to gently pound them thinner. This is key to even cooking.

• Preheat the grill properly: A hot grill gives the best char and locks in those juices.

• Don’t flip too soon: Let each side cook for a few minutes before turning to get those perfect grill marks.

☑️ Storage Instructions

You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also freeze the grilled chicken, without the toppings in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

🍴 What to Serve with Grilled Greek Chicken

• Greek Pasta Salad is a perfect match with the same bright Mediterranean flavors.
• Grilled Zucchini with feta is amazing alongside this dish.
• Quinoa Salad is a simple side that soaks up all the extra marinade.
• Warm pita on the side makes it feel like a restaurant meal.
• Tzatziki Sauce is a cool, creamy sauce that's packed with flavor that's great with this dish.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Swap the protein: This marinade works just as well on skinless chicken thighs or even shrimp.

• Make it creamy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt to the marinade for a tangier flavor.

• Spice it up: A little red pepper flakes in the marinade adds a spicy kick.

• Turn it into a bowl: Serve the grilled Greek chicken over a bed of fluffy quinoa.

• Add a sauce: A drizzle of tzatziki or a squeeze of extra fresh lemon juice takes it to another level.

How Long Can I Marinate the Chicken?

For the best flavor, marinate for at least 2 hours, but I wouldn’t let it marinate longer than 3 or 4 hours because the citrus can start to break down the fibers in the chicken.   

How Do I Know When the Chicken is Done?

Use a meat thermometer and make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F. If you don't have a thermometer, just make sure the juices run clear when you slice into the thickest part of the breast.

Can I Cook this Without a Grill?

Absolutely! Cook the Greek grilled chicken in a cast-iron skillet or bake it at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes.

Can I Make the Topping Ahead of Time?

Yes! Chop everything and store it in the fridge, but wait to add the dressing until you’re ready to serve.

🍽️ More Delicious Chicken Recipes

• Southwest Chicken Salad
• Lemon Pepper Chicken Drum Sticks
• Chicken Corn Chowder
• Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
• Greek Sheet Pan Chicken