Greek Yogurt Chicken
A tender and juicy chicken dish marinated in Greek yogurt, garlic, and lemon, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Take your chicken breast and coat it thoroughly with the yogurt mixture. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish. Bake it in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Let It Rest: Once out of the oven, allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Marinate up to 4 hours or overnight for more flavor. Safe cooking temperature for chicken is 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Find it online: https://thestationrecipes.com/greek-yogurt-chicken-recipe/