Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken

This easy greek yogurt marinated chicken is the best way to add flavor to chicken. Easy to make and great for meal prep!

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Marinating Time3

Total Time3 35

Servings: people

Calories: 606kcal

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
1 cup of greek yogurt
½ medium red onion quartered
3 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon coriander
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Place chicken thighs in a large bowl.
Prepare the marinade. In a blender or large food processor add greek yogurt, onion, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and dried spices.
Blend together until a smooth marinade forms, about 1 minute.
Pour the marinade over the chicken in a bowl. Toss the chicken and the marinade together with tongs until all of the meat is evenly coated. Marinate for at least 3 hours in the refrigerator. If you can marinate overnight, that is ideal!
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes prior to cooking to allow it to come to room temperature slightly.
Preheat your grill for 10 minutes at medium high heat, about 400 to 450 degrees. We are using a Coyote Gas Grill but any gas, pellet, charcoal, or electric grill will work great.
Coat your grill grates with olive oil cooking spray generously.
Using a pair of metal tongs, take the chicken and lay it onto our seasoned grill grates. Cook on one side for 7 minutes or until some nice grill marks form and your chicken begins to separate from the grates. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 7 minutes or until an instant read thermometer reads at least 165 degrees fahrenheit.
Remove from the grill and set aside on a cutting board, let rest for 5 minutes before cutting.
Chop your chicken into bite sized pieces and serve alongside a delicious mediterranean salad with pita or rice and grilled vegetables and enjoy!!

Notes

Marinating the chicken with greek yogurt is a great way to tenderize meat and impart amazing flavor. The recipe calls for 3 hours of marinating time but overnight works even better!

If you plan to cook this in a cast iron skillet on the stove, follow the same cooking time and instructions as the grilled option. Preheat the cast iron skillet with a tablespoon of avocado oil over medium high heat, cook chicken thighs on each side for 7 minutes or until browned.

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