Juicy Greek Yogurt Marinated Baked Chicken
Make incredibly juicy and flavorful Greek chicken using a simple marinade based on Greek yogurt, lemon, and garlic. This recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 2 hr 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably up to 8 hours, to tenderize the chicken.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place it on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear. Cooking time will vary based on chicken thickness.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade mixture.
- If grilling, cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side until done.
- This chicken is excellent for meal prep and tastes great served cold over salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz cooked chicken
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 42
- Cholesterol: 110