Mediterranean Seasoning Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN SEASONING BLEND RECIPE

Steps:

• In a jar with a tight fitting lid, add ingredients. Shake and keep in a dark place such as your pantry.

MEDITERRANEAN SPICE MIX

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Sprinkle (to taste) on your meat. Makes 1/3 cup.
• ***Tip -- for every 4 servings (1 lb boneless, 2 lb bone in) meat, poultry or fish, mix 2 tbsp Mediterranean Spice Mix, 1 tbsp, vegetable oil, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Rub over food and let sit for 10 minutes (if you make ahead the wet rub; cover& refrigerate for up to 24 hrs).

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Combine lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, garlic, paprika, and oregano in large plastic food storage bag.
• Pierce chicken with fork several times and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add to bag and coat with dressing, marinate 20 minutes or up to two days in the fridge.
• Remove chicken from bag. Grill or broil for about 5-6 minutes per side. Or, cook in a grill pan over medium-high heat, 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

GREEK CHICKEN

Steps:

• Trim off the extra fat from the chicken thighs and cut each thigh into half width-wise. In a bowl or large ziplock bag, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, spices, and lemon juice. Add chicken and toss to coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to 2 hours.
• Place the chicken thighs on an aluminum-lined baking sheet. Turn on the oven on BROIL mode. Broil chicken for 8 minutes on the first side. Flip the chicken and broil for 5-6 minutes on the other side, or until the chicken cooks through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
• Preheat the air fryer to 360°F. Place chicken in the fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken cooks through.
• Heat a grill pan or skillet on medium-high for about a minute. Place the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN

Steps:

• Place the 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of water, salt and pepper to taste, garlic and Italian seasoning in a resealable plastic bag.
• Add the chicken; seal and shake to coat.
• Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
• Heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Remove the chicken from the marinade and add to the pan.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until done.
• While the chicken is cooking, stir together the tomatoes, feta cheese and herbs. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Spoon the tomato mixture over the chicken and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN SALMON

Steps:

• Mix together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Arrange the salmon fillets in a shallow baking dish. Rub garlic onto the fillets, then pour the vinegar and oil over them, turning once to coat. Season with cilantro, basil, and garlic salt. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
• Preheat your oven's broiler.
• Place the salmon about 6 inches from the heat source, and broil for 15 minutes, turning once, or until browned on both sides and easily flaked with a fork. Brush occasionally with the sauce from the pan.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN

Steps:

• Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons white wine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute about 4 to 6 minutes each side, until golden. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
• Saute garlic in pan drippings for 30 seconds, then add onion and saute for 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Lower heat, add 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 10 minutes. Add thyme and basil and simmer for 5 more minutes.
• Return chicken to skillet and cover. Cook over low heat until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside. Add olives and parsley to the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN HERB RUB

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.