Juicy Marinated Greek Chicken Breast in Greek Yogurt and Lemon

Greek Yogurt marinated chicken breasts on a white platter.

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Juicy Marinated Greek Chicken Breast in Greek Yogurt and Lemon

This Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken recipe creates incredibly tender and flavorful chicken. It's a quick and healthy meal that's perfect when cooked in a skillet or on the grill.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Marinating time1

Total Time1 18

Course: Main Course Chicken

Cuisine: Greek

Servings: servings

Calories: 234kcal

Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

Equipment

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
⅛ cup avocado oil + 1 tablespoon divided
Juice from 1 lemon
1 tablespoon white vinegar
3 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 pound chicken breasts 4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

To a Ziplock bag, add the Greek yogurt, ⅛ cup avocado oil, lemon juice, vinegar, minced garlic, honey, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken. Mix until combined.
Allow it to marinate for at least 1 hour to overnight.
In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and allow it to heat for 3 minutes.
Cook each side of the chicken for 4 to 7 minutes. The time depends on how thick the chicken is. The chicken is done when the juices run clear. It should also reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Top with parsley.

Notes

🥫 Storage

Store leftover marinated Greek chicken breast in an airtight container for 4-5 days. You can store these chicken breasts in the freezer for up to 3 months. Later, you can thaw them and use them in other recipes, like soups or casseroles.

👩🏻‍🍳 Tips

- Try to use pieces of chicken that are similar in size to ensure even cooking.

- Plan ahead when making juicy Greek yogurt chicken. The chicken should be marinated for a few hours. This helps the marinade tenderize and flavor the chicken. You could also marinate the chicken overnight, but don't go over 12 hours, as this can make the meat slimy and stringy.

- Feel free to marinate the chicken in a Ziploc bag or a baking dish. I would avoid using plastic containers. The acidic marinade can leave a strong smell, even after cleaning. It can also damage the container.

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