Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken
This flavorful, juicy Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken recipe features the tangy, bright flavors of yogurt, lemon, and herbs. It’s easy to make and pairs beautifully with fresh salads, roasted vegetables, rice, and more! What makes it so special is the creamy yogurt base that tenderizes the chicken and adds a lightly charred, flavorful crust once cooked.
This Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken is made with simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. A few Mediterranean-inspired staples like Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, and pantry herbs and spices come together to create a flavorful, easy-to-make meal.
Marinating chicken is the easiest way to add moisture and a burst of flavor, and the acid in the yogurt and citrus helps to tenderize the meat for perfectly juicy results. Once the chicken is marinated, you can cook it however you like — in a skillet, on the grill, in the oven, Instant Pot, slow cooker, or even the air fryer — making it one of the most versatile recipes to keep in your rotation!
- ½ cup Greek yogurt unflavored and unsweetened
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon juiced & zested
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dill
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 ½ lbs. chicken thighs or substitute breasts