Baked Greek Yogurt Chicken
A succulent and flavorful baked chicken dish marinated in Greek yogurt, garlic, and lemon for a Mediterranean twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the yogurt marinade.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to keep it moist. You can explore different herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg