Description
Delicious and healthy Greek yogurt marinated chicken that is tender and packed with protein, perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard any remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is no longer pink.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For more flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. You can also bake it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 90mg