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Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Yogurt Marinated Chicken: Juicy Flavor in Every Bite

Yogurt Marinated Chicken combines creamy yogurt with spices for a tender, flavorful chicken dish that's quick and easy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Plain Full-Fat Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Cutlets or thighs/breasts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • frying pan
  • Oven
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk yogurt, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and spices together in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Add chicken cutlets to the marinade, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 8-12 hours.
  3. Prepare for Cooking: Remove chicken from refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature. Preheat oven to 425°F or heat olive oil in frying pan.
  4. Cook the Chicken (Pan-Frying): Place chicken in hot oil, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown with an internal temperature of 160°F.
  5. Cook the Chicken (Baking): Arrange chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Cook the Chicken (Air Frying): Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Cook chicken in a single layer for 7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature hits 165°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 550mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate for 8-12 hours for best flavor. Rest cooked chicken for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.

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