Super fast lemony grilled chicken that is low on fuss and high on flavor. A recipe from Debbie Matenopoulos’ new cookbook, It’s All Greek to Me, read on to win a copy of your own.
After a days of busy weeknights, tonight was family night. We made plans to go NOWHERE, and do NOTHING. As much as I love our community of family and friends, I also love the nights when the schedule is completely clear and we can do nothing but stay in and chill.
And so a relaxing night at home calls for an easy-to-prepare dinner as well. Or as easy as I could make it without succumbing to the lure of a quick call for take-out. I found just what I needed in Debbie Matenopoulos’ new cookbook, It’s All Greek to Me. You might be familiar with her name. She got her tv career start on The View, and has also been on MTV and E!. Debbie comes by her recipes honestly, growing up in a traditional Greek family. It’s no surprise that a Mediterranean eating lifestyle is popular, but Debbie took it one step further and tweaked her family recipes to made them even healthier.
Madeline wanted to cook with me tonight, so I made sure to choose an easy recipe that she could help with. And, honestly, most of the recipes in this book would qualify. Because we’re on a grilling kick, we went with the Lemony Grilled Chicken, and it couldn’t have been simpler. Take a handful of fresh ingredients and put them in a Ziploc bag with the chicken to marinate for a bit. Grill the chicken. Serve over a bed of spinach.
It produced ridiculously flavorful chicken that was tender, juicy, and perfect for a light summer meal. And a great recipe when I have a little sous chef who wants to help make dinner. I served it alongside roasted vegetables, and topped with roasted tomatoes, and everyone cleaned their plates.
Winner, winner, chicken dinner.
One more thing before I’m off for the weekend… The publishers of the cookbook have an extra copy for one of YOU to win. Quick and easy entry below. You’ll find tons of inspiration in the cookbook, everything from the traditional Spinach Feta Pie and Lamb Souvlaki to a Greek Village Salad and Greek Wedding Cookies. Truly something for everyone, easy recipes and gorgeous pictures.
Good luck and happy weekend!
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