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Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Juicy yogurt marinated chicken! You can grill, bake or air fry this yogurt marinated chicken breast it is a great recipe to make year round!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Marinade
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 212 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek , American

Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) chicken breast about 1 1/2 pounds
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

To Grill The Chicken
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  1. Pat the chicken breast with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Pound the thicker end of the chicken to even out the sides for even cooking, if needed.
  2. Add Greek yogurt, lemon and garlic on top of the chicken and season with the paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with the yogurt and seasoning and coat well. Allow the chicken to marinade for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  3. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the grill and cook with the lid open for 6-8 minutes on one side without touching. Use tongs to flip the chicken and cook for 6-8 more minutes on the other side, until the chicken reaches internal temperature 160°F. Keep in mind that the temperature will continue to rise about 5 degrees after you remove from heat and the chicken rests.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate or cutting board and tent with aluminum foil, if desired. Allow them to rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
To Bake The Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven at 425°F.
  2. Line a sheet pan or baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Place the chicken breast on the pan with an inch or two in between each piece of chicken.
  3. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
To Air Fryer The Chicken
  1. Preheat your air fryer for a few minutes at 375°F.
  2. Spray the basket with a light coating of non-stick spray. Place the chicken in an even layer leaving space between each breast. Air fry at 375°F for 8 minutes, then flip and air fry for 4-7 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Notes

  • Tip: Marinate the chicken breast in the greek yogurt sauce for up to 24 hours for max flavor. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1chicken breast Calories 212kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 109mg (36%) Sodium 785mg (33%) Potassium 695mg (20%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 550IU (11%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 212

% Daily Value*

Serving 1chicken breast
Calories 212kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 109mg 36%
Sodium 785mg 33%
Potassium 695mg 15%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 550IU 11%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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