Description
This Juicy Greek Chicken recipe features incredibly tender chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant blend of Greek yogurt, lemon, and aromatic herbs. It’s a simple yet stunning dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 g) chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 150 g (2/3 cup) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large lemon, zest and juice (≈60 ml / 1/4 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (≈12 g)
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp (10 g) dried oregano
- 1 tsp (5 g) dried thyme
- 1 tsp (5 g) smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) ground black pepper
- 1 tsp (5 g) sea salt
- 1 tsp (5 g) sumac
- Fresh oregano sprigs (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Whisk together yogurt, lemon zest, juice, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, oregano, thyme, paprika, pepper, salt, and sumac.
- Marinate Chicken: Pat chicken dry, coat with marinade, and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and arrange chicken skin-side up.
- Bake Chicken: Bake for 35-40 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Broil (Optional): Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra char, watching closely.
- Rest Chicken: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Plate & Garnish: Drizzle with olive oil, arrange chicken, spoon pan juices, garnish with oregano and lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, ensure the chicken is patted completely dry before marinating. Marinating overnight enhances flavor and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Poultry
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: chicken,greek,mediterranean,thighs,yogurt,lemon,herbs,easy,dinner