It’s that time of year when it seems like everyone I know is gallivanting around Europe. Scroll after scroll delivers photos of turquoise water and white-washed houses atop rocky perches — and I’ll be honest, I want in. While I may be a few thousand miles from the Mediterranean, this recipe for Greek chicken brings all those flavors to the dinner table.
The good news is that this recipe is much easier than hopping a transatlantic flight. With a marinade made from pantry staples like dried oregano and garlic, it comes together in minutes. Because the marinade has lemon juice in it, this is one of those moments where it’s actually imperative to not let the chicken sit for too long or you run the risk of the acid breaking down the proteins and causing the meat to turn, well, mushy. Just an hour or two is all you need to maximize those flavors. From there, the chicken is simply seared until browned. Close your eyes while eating it and you just might be able to pretend you’re in Greece.