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Yogurt marinaded chicken served with roasted fingerling potatoes and steamed broccoli.

Yogurt Marinated Chicken Recipe

Perfect chicken every time! This recipe could not be simpler. Choose the baking option for a fool proof method of cooking the perfect chicken. It also doesn’t require your attention so you can make your sides at the same time without having to split your attention.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 421.6 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs chicken (approx. 5 bone-in, skin on thighs or drumsticks)

Marinade:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt)
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley
  • 2 Tbsp fresh mint (optional)

Instructions
 

Marinade:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
    1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp ground black pepper, 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, 2 Tbsp fresh mint
  • Add the chicken to the marinade and stir until all pieces are coated.
    1 ½ lbs chicken
  • Cover the bowl and leave in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (ideally 90 minutes).

Grilling Instructions:

  • Heat up the grill to 400°F.
  • Once hot, place the chicken directly over the heat. Close the grill for about 5 minutes. Open and turn the chicken. Close the lid once again for about 5 minutes.
  • Turn down the heat to medium and place the chicken on the top rack of the BBQ (or away from direct heat if you don't have a separate rack), close the lid and continue to grill for 30 minutes, turning once half way.
  • The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

Baking Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place the chicken on baking sheet lined with silicone mats or aluminum foil.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.

Serve:

  • Serve hot with your favourite sides.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Yogurt Marinated Chicken Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
421.6
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
25.1
g
39
%
Saturated Fat
 
7.2
g
45
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
5.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
10.3
g
Cholesterol
 
127.5
mg
43
%
Sodium
 
1317.1
mg
57
%
Potassium
 
522.6
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
6
g
2
%
Fiber
 
0.7
g
3
%
Sugar
 
3.7
g
4
%
Protein
 
41.1
g
82
%
Vitamin A
 
785.6
IU
16
%
Vitamin C
 
15.3
mg
19
%
Calcium
 
150.5
mg
15
%
Iron
 
2.1
mg
12
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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