Baked Greek Yogurt Chicken
Juicy and tender chicken marinated in a flavorful Greek yogurt mixture and baked to perfection for a healthy and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the yogurt marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes (or refrigerate for up to 8 hours).
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Marinating longer will enhance the flavor even more.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for richer flavor and moisture.
- Great served with rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.
- Can also be made with chicken thighs for juicier results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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