Description
This Yogurt-Marinated Greek Chicken recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend grilling. The combination of Greek yogurt, herbs, and spices creates a tender and juicy chicken that is bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Marinade: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh dill if using.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken to the marinade, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, shake off excess, grill or sear for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with pita, salad, or rice.
Notes
- This marinade is also great for chicken skewers or whole roasted chicken.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat Greek yogurt.
- Pair with tzatziki sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh or breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
