Description
Baked Greek Yogurt Chicken is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the creaminess of Greek yogurt with aromatic spices for a delicious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and add them to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish or sheet pan.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For a golden top, broil for the last 2–3 minutes (optional). Watch closely.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate chicken for a longer duration.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
- This dish pairs well with various sides like rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg