Description
This tender and flavorful Mediterranean Yogurt Marinated Chicken recipe is a must-try. The chicken is marinated in a blend of yogurt, herbs, and spices, then roasted to perfection. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
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For the Yogurt Marinade
- 1 1/2 cups plain whole milk yogurt
- 2 lemons, one zested and both juiced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 10 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried mint
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon sweet Spanish paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch kosher salt
For the Chicken
- 1 whole chicken 3 1/2 to 4 pounds, divided into pieces
- Pinch Kosher salt
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Chopped parsley to serve
Instructions
- Make the marinade. In a large bowl with a lid, combine the yogurt, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, mint, cumin, coriander, paprika, nutmeg, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together.
- Season and marinate the chicken. Season the chicken with salt, ensuring to season under the skin. Place the chicken in the marinade, coating well. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Bake. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Remove excess marinade from the chicken and place on the baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.
- Finish and serve. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- It’s best to marinate the chicken overnight for optimal flavor, but 30-45 minutes will still provide good results.
- You can use pre-cut whole chicken pieces if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
