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Yogurt Marinated Chicken

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Tender, juicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken infused with garlic, lemon, and aromatic spices. Greek yogurt ensures incredible moisture and flavor, making this a perfect dish for grilling, pan-searing, or baking.

Ingredients

1½–2 lbs chicken cutlets (or breasts/thighs)

½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt

¼ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon honey

1 lemon, juiced (about ¼ cup)

1 teaspoon lemon zest

5 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon dried basil

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¼ teaspoon coriander

¼ teaspoon cumin

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and all the spices until smooth and well combined.
  2. Place chicken cutlets in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and coat thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  3. When ready to cook, bring chicken to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Heat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
  4. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Marinate for at least 2 hours; overnight gives best results.

For extra flavor, substitute parsley with cilantro or mint.

To bake, cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.

Discard used marinade; set some aside before adding raw chicken if you want extra sauce.

Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad for a complete meal.

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