Yogurt Marinated Chicken: Juicy Recipe for Flavorful Home Meals
A deliciously juicy and flavorful yogurt marinated chicken recipe perfect for home meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs to the marinade.
- Pair with rice or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Yogurt Marinated Chicken