Description
Easy Greek Chicken Marinade (Juicy, Flavorful & Foolproof) is your shortcut to delicious Mediterranean-inspired chicken, bursting with zesty flavors that everyone will love. This marinade features a delightful combination of tangy lemon, aromatic garlic, and fragrant oregano to ensure your chicken remains succulent and flavorful. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this easy recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or sautéing, this marinade will transform your chicken into a juicy masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken
- 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 small bowl or mason jar, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until well combined.
- Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly.
- Gently massage the marinade into the chicken to ensure even coating.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; for best results, marinate up to 24 hours.
- When ready to cook, remove chicken from marinade and grill, bake, or sauté until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Variable based on cooking method
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg