Description
If youβre looking for the most tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken, this Greek Marinated Chicken is the answer! Infused with lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean spices, every bite is bursting with fresh, zesty goodness. Perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep, or a summer BBQ, this dish is light, healthy, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
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Marinade:
β ΒΌ cup olive oil
β Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β 3 lemons (zest of 1, juice of all 3)
β 5 cloves garlic, minced
β 2 tbsp dried oregano
β 1 tsp coriander
β 1 tsp onion powder
β 1 tsp salt
β ΒΌ tsp black pepper
β Chicken:
β 2 lbs chicken breast
Instructions
Prepare the marinade β Whisk together all ingredients in a large bowl.
2οΈβ£ Marinate the chicken β Toss the chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 24 hours (the longer, the better!). Remove from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
3οΈβ£ Cook the chicken:
π₯ Heat a lightly oiled grill pan over medium-high heat.
π₯ Sear chicken for 5 minutes on one side.
π₯ Flip and transfer to a 400Β°F oven, baking for 15 minutes or until fully cooked.
4οΈβ£ Rest & serve β Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories: 212 per serving
- Fat: 10g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 5g per serving
- Protein: 26g per serving