This Oven-Baked Greek Chicken Thighs recipe is a quick and simple weeknight dinner option. The chicken is marinated in a zesty blend of Greek yogurt, lemon, garlic, and herbs, making it tender, juicy, and packed with flavor!
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
For the Marinade:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full fat preferred)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 4-5 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning (preferably homemade, with no added salt)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Whisk together all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl.
- Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade until they are fully coated. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for a longer marinade (up to overnight).
- When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup, then arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
NUTRITION (PER SERVING)
- Calories: 353 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 163mg
- Sodium: 743mg
- Potassium: 516mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Vitamin A: 85 IU
- Vitamin C: 8.8mg
- Calcium: 88mg
- Iron: 2.4mg
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
