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Grilled Mediterranean Chicken
Grilled Mediterranean Chicken cooks chicken breasts marinated in a mixture of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, and herbs. The marinade tenderizes the meat and infuses it with bright, savory Mediterranean flavors. Grilling the chicken produces a slightly charred surface with juicy interior. The reserved marinade is warmed and brushed on after grilling to add an extra layer of flavor before serving. This preparation works well for main dishes served with vegetables, grains, or salads.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Marinating Time (Inactive Time)
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 17 mins
Servings:
4
people
Calories:
579 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic peeled, grated or finely minced, cloves
- 3 tablespoons paprika
- 1 ½ tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup Italian parsley roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and dried oregano. Reserve ¼ to ½ cup of the marinade for brushing on later. Nestle the chicken breasts into the sauce, turning to coat all over. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate for 3 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat your grill to medium (around 375 degrees F) for around 10 minutes. Place the chicken breasts on the pan, shaking off excess sauce into the bowl before placing, and grill with the lid on for 6 to 9 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- While the chicken is cooking, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it’s warmed through and the color darkens.
- Remove the breasts from the grill and place them in a clean bowl and place a plate over the top. Let it rest for 10 minutes then brush on the reserved marinade before slicing and serving. I like to serve my chicken with fluffy pita, a fresh Israeli salad, and creamy hummus.
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Notes
- If a grill is not available, bake the chicken breasts at 375°F, though the characteristic grill marks will be absent.
- You may also thread the marinated chicken into skewers for grilling or broiling.
Nutrition Information
Calories
579kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
50g
(100%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
(18%)
Monounsaturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Trans Fat
0.003g
(0%)
Cholesterol
136mg
(45%)
Sodium
2795mg
(116%)
Potassium
1156mg
(25%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
3880IU
(78%)
Vitamin C
33mg
(37%)
Calcium
140mg
(14%)
Iron
8mg
(44%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 579
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 579kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 50g | 100% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 136mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 2795mg | 116% |
| Potassium | 1156mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3880IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.