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yogurt marinated chicken

Yogurt Marinated Chicken

The lemon in this marinade makes the chicken light, bright and gives it tons of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt plain
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon oregano or Greek seasoning blend
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Mix together yogurt, olive oil, garlic, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Add chicken and yogurt mixture to a zip top plastic bag. Massage the chicken and make sure that everything is well-coated. Place in fridge for 30-40 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until the chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Remove from grill and serve topped with parsley and lemon wedges on the side.