This Greek Yogurt Chicken recipe is a delicious, creamy, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. By using Greek yogurt, it adds a tangy richness while keeping the chicken moist and tender.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, full-fat preferred
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and ensure they are fully coated with the yogurt mixture.
- Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place marinated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 37gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 680mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 1mg