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Yogurt marinated chicken cutlets with lemon wedges and creamy yogurt sauce on a white platter

Yogurt Marinated Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

Yogurt Marinated Chicken with Lemon and Garlic is tender, juicy chicken with a bright, garlicky flavor and lightly golden exterior. It is an easy, flavorful choice for weeknight meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Yogurt Marinade
  • 1/2 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 lemon (juiced, about 1/4 cup)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 5 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped fine)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
Chicken
  • 1½-2 lbs chicken cutlets (680-907 g; 8 cutlets)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, oregano, basil, cayenne pepper, coriander, and cumin.
  2. Add the chicken cutlets to the bowl and turn them through the marinade until all sides are evenly covered.
  3. Cover and refrigerate the chicken for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
  4. Take the chicken out of the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
Cooking
  1. For pan-frying, warm a skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  2. For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 375°F / 190°C. Arrange the marinated chicken in the basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  3. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C. Arrange the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to confirm that the chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C before serving.