Yogurt Marinade For Chicken Recipe

Transform ordinary chicken breasts into incredibly juicy and flavorful masterpieces with this amazing yogurt marinade! This lower-fat recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and is easily customizable to your taste. Optional chili powder and cumin add a delicious depth of flavor – highly recommended! Marinate for at least 8 hours for best results. Enough for 6 large or 8 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 302.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Yogurt Marinade For Chicken

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How to Make Yogurt Marinade For Chicken

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Stir in the optional chili powder and cumin if using.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully coated. Seal the bag tightly or cover the dish.
  5. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably up to 24 hours for maximum flavor and tenderness.
  6. Preheat your grill, broiler, or skillet to medium-high heat.
  7. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade. (Do not reuse marinade).
  8. Grill, broil, or pan-fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

69 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

12g

Carbs

8g