Cousin Cosmo's Greek Chicken

Cousin Cosmo's Greek Chicken

This is a favorite chicken recipe, my son requests it every year for his birthday.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ pound feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon, crumbled
  • 2 cups loosely packed torn fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 ripe tomato, chopped

Directions

Step 1
On large plate, combine 1 tablespoon flour, salt, and pepper. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine cheese, lemon juice, and oregano. Set aside.

Step 2
With a meat mallet, pound each chicken breast to 1/2 inch thickness. Spread cheese mixture on each chicken breast, leaving 1/2 inch border. Fold chicken breasts in half; secure each with toothpick. Coat chicken breasts with flour mixture.

Step 3
In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until golden. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups water, chicken bouillon cube, and remaining flour; pour over chicken breasts in pan. Add spinach and tomato to skillet, and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

239
Calories
10g
Fat
5g
Carbs
31g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 239
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 13%
Saturated Fat4g 20%
Cholesterol85mg 28%
Sodium686mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars2g
Protein31g
Vitamin C10mg 50%
Calcium131mg 10%
Iron2mg 10%
Potassium468mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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