Description
A vibrant Mediterranean marinade featuring lemon, garlic, and Greek yogurt that infuses chicken with tangy flavors and ensures a juicy, tender texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- ½ cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 4 cloves Fresh Minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- ¼ cup Olive Oil
- Fresh Dill or Mint (Optional)
- Pita or Rice (For Serving)
Instructions
- Combine lemon juice, garlic, oregano, Greek yogurt, and olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- Place chicken in a baking dish or zip-top bag.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and massage it in.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (or oven to 400°F/200°C).
- Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve with pita or rice, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Use fresh lemon juice for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg