This is one of the BEST Greek Chicken Marinade recipes. It is so quick and easy and packs a lot of flavor! Perfect for summer BBQs!
Fresh and creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon, sharp garlic and herbs, balanced in perfect Mediterranean harmony!
Quick and easy, which makes it perfect for busy weekday dinners!
You can even make one big batch of it and keep it and the chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. That is 3 nights of dinner taken care of!
Use this Greek chicken marinade on any form of chicken!
You can use it on any form of chicken. Breasts, thighs, drumsticks and even wings! This time I used it with chicken thighs and then cooked them in my air fryer.
You can also use this marinade on easy and convenient souvlaki skewers. Click to try this marinade in my Souvlaki Wrap recipe. DELICIOUS!
Mix all ingredients in a zip lock bag and add your chicken it is that easy!
Let the marinade and chicken sit in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before cooking, or over night.
The longer it sits the better the final result!
This Greek chicken marinade is perfect for a summer cookout, it will undoubtedly become a go-to favorite.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a juicier final product.
Try using an air fryer to make it even faster!
Try dipping your chicken in this delicious authentic tzatziki recipe! and try pairing this with my super easy Onion Soup Mix Potatoes or my Balsamic Pasta Salad!
So, fire up the grill, marinate the chicken, and embark on a flavorful journey to Greece right in the comfort of your own kitchen!
Greek Chicken Marinade
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves pressed garlic
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Grab a zip lock bag or plastic container with a lid. Add all ingredients and mix well.
- Add in your chicken. I used chicken thighs in this recipe, but any chicken will work.
- Mix or coat chicken well and let sit in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Cook chicken in your preferred method. I used the air fryer which took me 25 minutes, but you can also bake it in the oven or BBQ it on the grill!
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