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chicken with rice and veggies in bowl with fork

Greek Yogurt Chicken

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Greek Yogurt Chicken Marinade is my secret to tender, juicy chicken breast every time! Made with a unique blend of herbs and spices, the marinade maximizes flavor while the Greek yogurt helps keep the chicken tender and juicy. Cooked in a skillet on the stove, Greek yogurt marinaded chicken is always an easy weeknight dinner that never lets me down!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into roughly 1 1/2 inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • juice of half a lemon

For Serving

  • white rice
  • chopped romaine
  • tomato
  • cucumber
  • red onion

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken breast, olive oil, Greek yogurt, spices, herbs, and lemon juice to a large mixing bowl. Stir until everything is well combined and the chicken is coated. Marinate the chicken for 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add in a tablespoon of olive oil and then add the chicken pieces. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until a deep golden brown, and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from the skillet.
  3. Serve the chicken immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Storage: Store leftover Greek yogurt chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Reheating: When you’re ready, you can reheat the chicken on the stovetop in a skillet over medium heat, or in the microwave.