Greek Marinated Chicken Recipe
Tender, flavorful Greek Marinated Chicken with a zesty blend of olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- Zest of 1 lemon and juice of all 3
- 5 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken:
- 2 lbs. chicken breast
Instructions
- Whisk Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, coriander, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours. Bring the chicken to room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Preheat and Grill: Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5 minutes on one side, then bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Greek Marinated Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Greek Chicken Recipe
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