Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken with Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in fresh herbs served alongside a vibrant Mediterranean chickpea salad packed with cucumber, tomato, and feta. This Mediterranean-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomato
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 1 can drained chickpeas, 1 cup diced cucumber, 1 cup diced tomato, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint. Drizzle with 1 tbsp red wine vinegar and toss gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Serve grilled chicken breasts alongside a generous scoop of the Mediterranean chickpea salad.