Description
Discover a simple marinated grilled chicken recipe that delivers tender, smoky flavor in minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skin‑less chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large zip‑lock bag or shallow dish. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium‑high (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates with a paper towel dipped in oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes. Place the breasts on the grill and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the juices run clear.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice or serve whole, and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness without overcooking.
- For extra crispiness, sear the chicken on a hot skillet for 1 minute per side before finishing on the grill.
- If you’re short on time, use pre‑cut chicken tenders; they’ll marinate and cook even faster.
- Keep the grill lid open while cooking to avoid flare‑ups from the olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: marinated grilled chicken recipe