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Greek Yogurt Chicken

Super juicy Greek yogurt marinated chicken made with chicken breast or thigh. Easily grill, oven bake, or air fry this tangy, lemon-herb yogurt chicken.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless chicken breasts (about 6-ounces each) total of around 1 ½ pounds
  • ⅓ cup plain greek yogurt 0%, 2% or 5%
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 - 4 large garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro or parsley plus more for serving

Instructions

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  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, paprika, cumin, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Then place them in a gallon-size resealable ziplock or reusable bag and pour yogurt marinade over the chicken.
  3. Seal the bag carefully while pressing out any excess air.
  4. Then, rub the chicken breasts with the yogurt marinade to coat them well. Let the chicken marinade for at least 45 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  5. Outdoor Grill: Preheat grill to 425°F (medium-high heat). Make sure to clean your grill grates and lightly grease by spraying or dipping paper towels in oil and spreading them across the grill. Then, grill the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes per side or 4 - 5 minutes per side (chicken thigh) until cooked through, and the thickest part of the chicken has reached 165°F.
  6. Indoor Grill Pan: Preheat a grill pan on the stovetop to medium-high heat and lightly grease. When ready, add chicken breasts and grill for about 5 to 7 minutes per side (chicken breast) or 4 - 5 minutes per side (chicken thigh) until cooked through, and the thickest part of the chicken has reached 165°F.
  7. Oven: Preheat your oven the 425°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Evenly space the chicken breasts out on the baking sheet, then bake for 20 – 25 minutes (chicken breast) or 15 - 20 minutes (chicken thigh) until the thickest part of the chicken has reached 165°F.
  8. Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 370°F. Lightly greese the basket and air fry for 7 - 9 minutes per side (chicken breast) or 5 - 6 minutes per side (chicken thigh) depending on the thickness of the chicken breast. Just make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  9. Transfer the chicken to a plate or cutting board and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving. This makes sure they are extra juicy. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Greek Yogurt: I reccomend 2% or 5% for the juiciest chicken.
  • Fresh Garlic: You can use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder as a substitute.
  • Chicken Thigh: You can also use boneless chicken thighs for this recipe. Simply prepare the Greek yogurt marinade, let the chicken thighs marinate for at least 45 minutes and up to 24 hours, then grill or oven-bake them. You will need to reduce the cooking times of both. Grill chicken thighs for 4 – 5 minutes on each side and bake chicken thighs for 10 – 12 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Storing: Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: You can reheat the chicken in an air fryer or microwave. If using an air fryer, heat to 350ºF and reheat for 3 – 6 minutes until the chicken is warm. If you are in a rush, you can microwave them for 30 – 90 seconds until warm. I recommend covering it in a damp paper towel to trap the moisture in.

Nutrition Information

Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 5g (8%) Cholesterol 110mg (37%) Sodium 787mg (33%) Potassium 690mg (20%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Vitamin A 166IU (3%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 5g 8%
Cholesterol 110mg 37%
Sodium 787mg 33%
Potassium 690mg 15%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Vitamin A 166IU 3%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.