Greek Chicken

Name: Greek Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs. chicken breast; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tsp olive oil; 1 lemon; 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 tsp oregano; 1.5 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings
10 servings
Calories
135 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Greek

Greek Chicken

Heidi Hunt

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Greek Chicken features bite-sized pieces of chicken breast marinated in a mixture of Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. The chicken is juicy and tender thanks to the yogurt marinade, while the herbs and citrus add a bright, savory flavor. It can be grilled or pan-cooked, making it versatile enough for different kitchen setups.

Description

Greek Chicken combines marinated chicken breast chunks with traditional Mediterranean ingredients including Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and oregano. The marinade tenderizes the chicken and imparts a balanced tang from the lemon and vinegar paired with earthy oregano. Cooking on a grill or stovetop quickly sears the bites, locking in moisture while developing a lightly charred exterior.

The finished chicken is juicy and flavorful with a creamy marinade coating that brightens each bite. It's practical for casual dinners or meal prep, pairing well with sides like rice, salad, or pita bread.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 lbs. chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces, boneless
1/2 cup Greek yogurt whole, 2%, nonfat, plain, 112g
2 tsp olive oil 10g
1 lemon squeezed, 45g
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar 15g
2 tsp oregano dried
1.5 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

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Prepare the chicken by cutting into bite-size pieces (about 1/2 inch).
In a medium bowl, make the marinade by mixing Greek yogurt, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Toss the chicken in the marinade and cover with saran wrap. Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes - 2 hours.
Indoor/Outdoor Grill Method: (I like to use my Ninja Foodi)
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Spray with nonstick cooking spray and add chicken so they are not touching (you may need to do this in a couple of batches).
Cook for 3-4 minutes then toss/flip the chicken bites.
Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked throughout (the internal temperature should be 165 degrees F, or cut into a piece to make sure it's not pink anymore).

Stovetop Method:

Heat 1/2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (oil is helpful for the skillet method to prevent burning - just a little is needed and the chicken is way better!)
Add the chicken to the skillet in an even layer so they are not touching (cook in batches if you need to). Cover and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes.
Then, flip and cook on the other side for 4-5 more minutes, or until chicken is completely cooked (the internal temperature should be 165 degrees F).

Air Fryer Method:

Preheat the air fryer to 375 F. Spray the basket generously with nonstick cooking spray and add the chicken so they are not touching (you may need to do this in a couple of batches).
Cook for 3-4 minutes then toss/flip the chicken bites.
Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is cooked throughout (the internal temperature should be 155 degrees F*, or cut into a piece to make sure it's not pink anymore).