Oven Baked Italian Chicken Breast With Yogurt Marinade
Oven baked Italian chicken breast with yogurt marinade is a tender and flavorful dinner made with chicken breasts marinated in yogurt, garlic, and Italian herbs. This easy baked chicken recipe is perfect for weeknight meals, meal prep, and lighter Italian inspired dinners.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Baking dish or sheet pan
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
For the Yogurt Marinade
- 1 cup plain full fat yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil for baking dish
- fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange the marinated chicken in the baking dish, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake uncovered until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Greek yogurt can be used but may need thinning with a little olive oil. Do not marinate longer than twenty four hours to avoid overly soft texture.