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yogurt marinated chicken

Tender, juicy chicken marinated in yogurt, spices, and lemon for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Global, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless
Yogurt Marinade
  • 1 cup plain yogurt whole milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp ground turmeric
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grill pan or baking sheet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Whisk yogurt, oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices until smooth.
  2. Coat chicken evenly with marinade.
  3. Marinate refrigerated for at least 2 hours.
  4. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked.
  5. Rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Marinate overnight for best flavor and tenderness.