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Greek Marinated Chicken

🇬🇷 Greece

Servings: 8 Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 45-60 minutes Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced (half)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1/4 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3.5 to 4 lbs chicken pieces

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Zest the lemon into the bowl, then add juice from half the lemon. Stir until combined.
  3. Chop the parsley and stir it into the marinade.
  4. Place chicken pieces and marinade in a large zip-top bag. Remove excess air, seal, and massage to coat chicken evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Arrange marinated chicken in a large casserole dish (9x13 inch). Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

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