Description
A delicious and tender Greek yogurt marinated chicken that brings together vibrant flavors and nostalgic memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or thyme), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs. Whisk to create a creamy marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring full coverage. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the Oven: If baking, preheat to 400°F (200°C); if grilling, preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: For baking, lay marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked; for grilling, remove excess marinade and grill each side for 6-8 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with side dishes like roasted vegetables, couscous, or a Greek salad.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for tofu, or use shrimp. Ensure to monitor cooking temperature to avoid drying out the chicken.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek yogurt, marinated chicken, Mediterranean, healthy cooking, family recipe