Baked Greek Yogurt Chicken
A tender and flavorful chicken dish marinated in Greek yogurt, lemon, and garlic, baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Let the chicken rest after baking for juicier results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 485mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg