Easy Baked Greek Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Marinade
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
401 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek
Easy Baked Greek Chicken Recipe
Description
Easy Baked Greek Chicken Recipe combines chicken breasts with a yogurt-based marinade enriched by oregano, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. The marinade softens the meat while infusing it with Mediterranean flavors. After marinating for at least an hour, the chicken is baked at 400°F, which cooks it evenly and helps develop a gentle crust without drying it out.
The final dish balances tender chicken with the bright acidity and herbal notes from the marinade. This preparation suits a casual meal and pairs well with Mediterranean-inspired sides such as roasted vegetables or rice pilaf with orzo.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to four days and can be reheated gently to maintain juiciness. Using chicken thighs instead of breasts is possible but may require adjustment to cooking time.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 tbsp oregano dried
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 7 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon juice of
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix yogurt, oregano, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken and using a pair or tongs, flip it around to make sure it's fully coated with the yogurt marinade.
- Cover and marinate for at least one hour up to overnight in the fridge.
- When you're ready to cook, take the chicken out of the fridge and place it on the counter.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
- Using a pair of tongs, take the chicken out of the marinade and shake off the excess marinade and place it on the baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let it sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs can replace breasts; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Reheat gently in a microwave or over medium-low heat to retain moisture.
- Great for slicing into wraps with greens and tzatziki or served alongside Mediterranean roasted vegetables or rice pilaf variations.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 54g | 108% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 148mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 578mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 984mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 163IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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