This simple yogurt marinade for chicken packs maximum flavor with minimum work. Even beginner chefs can whip up this authentic Middle Eastern meal in no time.Transform this Greek yogurt chicken recipe into an easy weeknight dinner with just a few minutes of advanced prep time. So, go ahead and add it to your meal prep recipes collection.Chicken marinated in Greek yogurt is one of the most versatile recipes you can make all year long. With one easy recipe, you can cook this healthy chicken on the grill, in the oven, or on the stovetop using any type of chicken you prefer.
Ingredients
To make this Greek Yogurt Marinade, you’ll need whole milk, plain Greek yogurt, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil. For the seasoning, gather minced garlic, onion powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, Italian parsley, kosher salt, ground black pepper, boneless skinless chicken thighs, and vegetable oil.
How to Make Greek Marinade with Yogurt
You won’t believe how easy it is to make Greek chicken marinade with yogurt. Transform your chicken into a Middle Eastern masterpiece with a handful of simple ingredients and a whisk.
How to Cook Yogurt Marinated Chicken
There are countless tasty ways to cook Greek chicken marinated in yogurt. These simple instructions have everything, from Greek grilled chicken thighs to roasted chicken with Greek yogurt.
On the Grill
Preparing Greek chicken on the grill makes for a smoky, savory, and fresh meal no one can resist. Prepare your easy marinade, light up your outdoor grill, and get ready for the best-grilled chicken you’ve ever tasted.
In the Oven
Baking yogurt marinated chicken is one of my cookbook’s easiest and tastiest weeknight recipes. You can set it and forget it with this hands-free chicken yogurt bake recipe.
On the Stovetop
I recommend preparing yogurt-marinated chicken on the stovetop for a quick, indoor cooking method.
How to Store & Reheat
One bite of this juicy chicken, and you won’t want a single bite to go to waste. Keep your chicken tasting fresh-off-the-grill using these easy storage hacks.
With more yogurt: If I am roasting it in the oven during the cooler months, I like to drizzle it with one of my yogurt sauces. In my opinion, nothing pairs better with baked yogurt marinated chicken than a Mediterranean sauce. Drizzle it with tangy Dill Yogurt Sauce, or serve it with my light Tzatziki Sauce on the side. Your tastebuds will thank you!Salads on the side: During the BBQ season, I serve my grilled Greek chicken thighs with one of my crisp and colorful Fresh Summer Salads. Or, you can also serve it alongside a garden-fresh Spring Mix Salad, Greek Salad, or Butter Lettuce Salad for a simple and wholesome weekday dinner any night of the year.With flavorful grains: This authentic Greek chicken recipe is a hit on its own, but it becomes a five-star meal when served alongside flavor-packed sides, like Wild Rice Pilaf, Lemon Quinoa, and Bulgur Pilaf. Or, spotlight the flavor of your yogurt cumin chicken by serving it with a basic whole grain. Quinoa, Bulgur, and Wild Rice are some of my favorites.Alongside vegetable side dishes: Balance the zesty taste of Greek yogurt chicken breast marinade with a hearty veggie side. Roasted Portobello Mushrooms, Baked Shiitake Mushrooms, and Eggplant Involtini complement chicken with a bold yet tender flavor. Baked Eggplant Slices, Roasted Asparagus, and Garlic Butter Green Beans are the way to go for quintessential classics.
Store: Place leftover grilled chicken in an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two days.Reheat: To reheat your chicken, heat it in the microwave until it reaches your desired temperature. You can also cook it in the oven at 300 degrees F. for 8-10 minutes.
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Use the marinade as a sauce: Equal parts versatile and flavorful, my healthy Greek chicken marinade doubles as a sauce. Just be sure to use fresh marinade—not the marinade with which you soaked raw chicken.Discard leftover chicken marinade: Be sure to discard any used marinade to prevent any food-borne illnesses caused by using raw poultry.Pound the chicken breasts: If you are using chicken breasts, I recommend pounding them to an even thickness before cooking. Doing so will ensure that they are cooked evenly throughout, leaving you with perfectly cooked yogurt marinated chicken breasts.Brush grilled chicken with oil: If your Greek BBQ chicken dries out during the grilling process, feel free to brush it with a light layer of olive oil to restore its moisture.Cooking time may vary: Depending on the thickness of your chicken, it may require more or less cooking time. To test your chicken’s doneness, the best thing to do is to use a digital thermometer, such as Thermapen One (affiliate). Simply insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. It should be safely cooked and ready to eat when it reaches 165 degrees F.Let the chicken rest: To keep your Greek chicken as succulent and flavorful as possible, let them rest for a few minutes before slicing. This resting time allows the chicken to reabsorb and redistribute its juices, ensuring that every bite explodes with flavor.
