Description
A comforting baked chicken dish coated in a creamy Greek yogurt marinade, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the yogurt mixture, ensuring every surface is covered.
- Place the marinated chicken in a greased baking dish, spaced out for even cooking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, Greek yogurt, baked chicken, healthy dinner, Mediterranean recipes