Description
Elevate your dinner game with this Easy Greek Chicken Marinade (Juicy, Flavorful & Foolproof). This vibrant marinade combines zesty lemon, fragrant garlic, and aromatic herbs to create a mouthwatering blend that infuses your chicken with Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this marinade is versatile and easy to prepare—simply mix the ingredients, marinate your chicken, and cook to juicy perfection. Whether grilled, baked, or sautéed, this recipe promises a delicious meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the vibrant tastes of Greece right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken (thighs, breasts, or drumsticks)
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Zest + juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or mason jar, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk or shake until well combined.
- Place the chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish; massage to coat the chicken evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.
- Cook the chicken by grilling, baking, or sautéing until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies depending on cooking method
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 59g
- Cholesterol: 145mg