Easy Greek Chicken Casserole – One Pan Mediterranean Bake

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This easy Baked Greek Chicken Casserole Recipe is a wonderful chicken dinner to make any night of the week. So easy to make and the flavors come together deliciously!

One of the things I love about this recipe is all of the delicious vegetables that are incorporated into the casserole with Greek flavors!

This makes for a wonderful seasonal classic for the casserole season, much like myChicken Egg Noodle casserole. This classic Greek chicken bake is one of my favorite cozy fall casseroles. it’s a Mediterranean-style twist on the traditional chicken casseroles we all grew up with.

Greek Chicken Casserole

Why Try This Recipe

Delicious – This greek chicken bake with vegetables offers tender chicken with loads of vegetables in a healthy meal casserole.

Easy Recipe – Today’s recipe is an easy one when you are looking for a tasty dinner idea to put together quickly. It is the perfect one pot meal for busy weeknights. Be sure to check out our other easy dinners.

Economical – Chicken recipes are always a hit in our home and when it is a casserole, that usually means we can eat it twice – which I love! Why not save money and time by adding a delicious leftover to your menu plan?

By the way if you like this recipe, be sure to check out these other chicken recipes that are perfect for the season:

Greek Chicken Casserole Ingredients

List of main ingredients for this recipe:

  • Chicken – of course, this is the star of this show. I like to use skinless, boneless chicken breasts for this recipe, but you can also use chicken tenders or bonless chicken thighs which are sometimes less expensive for the same flavor! Boneless, skinless thighs stay extra juicy. Cooked rotisserie chicken works too (see Variations)
  • Roasted Peppers – You can roast your own peppers, but I recommend buying the jarred variety. They are a great pantry staple to have on hand for many recipes. 
  • Cheese – “Mozzarella gives a melty top. For a more traditional Greek flavor, swap in crumbled feta, or use half of each. For the best melt, shred your own mozzarella. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents.” (This last part is from your reader comment, which you agreed with.)
  • Lemon ( – “A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving brightens the whole dish.”
  • Artichoke Hearts – You can use fresh steamed artichoke hearts if you want, but I recommend canned or frozen artichoke hearts for this recipe which are so much easier and just as delicious. 
  • Red Onion – a must in so many greek recipes
  • Olives – I used kalamata olives, but you can use black olives too.
  • fresh parsley – optional

Equipment

  • knife
  • chopping board
  • large casserole dish
Greek Chicken Ingredients

How to  make Greek Chicken Casserole

The full recipe is. below, but here is an overview of the basic steps.

How to make homemade Greek Chicken Casserole Recipe
How to make homemade Greek Chicken Casserole Recipe
  1. In a large bowl, prepare the marinade.
  2. Marinade the chicken pieces by soaking in the marinade.
  3. Place in a baking dish or dutch oven.
  4. Add the vegetables.
  5. Cover with cheese and bake.
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Greek Chicken Casserole

Baked Chicken Casserole

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timesaving tips to streamline recipes
  • You can marinate the chicken overnight saving you time later.
  • You can use pre-shredded Mozzerella Cheese to save time.
  • Serve again by warming leftovers and serving in a piece of pita bread for a tasty sandwich idea!

What to Serve with Greek Chicken Casserole

Serve it over rice or orzo to soak up the dressing, with warm pita bread and a scoop of tzatziki, or alongside a simple Greek salad. For a lighter plate, cauliflower rice works great

Variations and Notes

Make ahead – Assemble the casserole (without cheese), cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add the cheese and bake, adding 5–10 minutes if it goes in cold.

Add more vegetables – Cherry tomatoes, olives, spinach, or bell peppers all make great add-ins.

Storage Suggestions

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

FAQs

Freezing – Freeze cooled portions up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat at 350°F until hot. The zucchini will soften a bit.

What seasoning is used on Greek chicken?
The classic combination is oregano, garlic, olive oil and red wine vinegar or lemon. This casserole uses all of these in the dressing.

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Cut boneless, skinless thighs into bite-size pieces and bake the same way, to at least 165°F.

Can I make Greek chicken casserole ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble it up to a day ahead, refrigerate, then top with cheese and bake.

Is this a Mediterranean chicken casserole?
Yes. Olives, artichokes, roasted peppers, oregano and olive oil are all Mediterranean staples, so it works for either craving.

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Baked Greek Chicken

Raquel Pineira
This easy Greek Chicken Casserole is a Mediterranean inspired meal made in just one dish! Made with tender chicken, roasted vegetables, olives, and a sprinkle of cheese, it's full of delicious flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinner.
5 from 49 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Easy Dinner Ideas
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 8
Calories 306 kcal

Ingredients
  

Casserole

  • 3 cups boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 can artichoke hearts drained
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers drained
  • 1 cup kalamata olives halved
  • 1/4 cup onions chopped
  • 1 zucchini ends removed, halved, and sliced in 1-inch pieces

Dressing

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (optional) chopped

Topping

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Prepare a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl or jar, mix together the dressing ingredients.
  • Place the chicken in a gallon zip-top freezer bag. Add half of the dressing and mix with the chicken. Let the chicken rest on the counter for 20 minutes or in the refrigerator up to overnight.
  • Transfer the chicken to the casserole dish.
  • Over the chicken, sprinkle the chopped onions, peppers and artichokes and olives.
  • Pour the remaining dressing over the top. Toss the vegetables with the chicken to coat evenly.
  • Top the casserole with mozzarella cheese.9. Bake about 45 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  • Top the dish with fresh parsley. Serve the finished dish with a simple green salad or cauliflower rice.

Notes

You can also do this with cooked chicken or a store-bought rotisserie chicken. 
Using cooked or rotisserie chicken? Skip the marinating step and bake 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly
For a fresh kick, use fresh oregano in this dish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 445mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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7 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Made this for a group of friends & it was a hit! It was tasty, filling & easy. Will definitely be making it often.

  2. Delicious. And super easy. I make one suggestion; take a little time to shred your mozzarella. The packaged stuff is covered with anti-caking agents like cellulose that keep it from melting as well and sometimes make it gritty.

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