Description
A tender and flavorful chicken dish marinated in yogurt and spices, elevating your meal with a gourmet touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain yogurt (preferably Greek)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro, finely chopped) for garnishing
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and paprika until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook marinated chicken on the grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate for up to 24 hours. Use leftover marinade as a sauce after simmering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg