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    Home » Low Carb

    Greek Yogurt Chicken Recipe

    Published: May 29, 2020 • Modified: Oct 13, 2022 by Charlotte• This post may contain affiliate links •7 Comments

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    golden roasted yogurt marinated chicken in black skillet

    Greek yogurt marinated chicken is full of the delicious flavors of curry, cinnamon and garlic. This one dish low carb roasted chicken is the perfect recipe for family meals and special occasions.

    browned chicken in skillet

    This recipe updated October 2022 with new photos, tips and FAQs.

    So many studies show that spices such as cinnamon and turmeric can have positive effects on glucose levels of people with diabetes. If you are unfamiliar with these spices, I developed this recipe to help introduce these delicious spices into your diet. The recipe contains just enough to give a nice flavor without being overwhelming.

     I am always looking for ways to include more spices of any type in my diet as they have incredible antioxidant and disease prevention qualities. Some authorities suggest these properties are enhanced by heating the spices before use. Before adding spices to your recipe, try warming a small amount of butter or oil in a small saucepan then add your spices and stir. The spices will yield a wonderful aroma!

    greek yogurt roasted chicken in skillet

    Marinating your chicken in a yogurt mixture helps to tenderize and flavor the chicken. We are including curry, cinnamon and garlic in our sauce for even more delicious taste! Be sure to check your spices to make sure they are still in date for best results. The Greek yogurt sauce coats the chicken and makes it cook up brown and tasty.

    Our readers' favorite recipes always include lots of chicken! From Chicken Ricotta to Low Carb Mediterranean Chicken to Greek Chicken Pita Wrap, all the favorites are just a click away!

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    golden roasted yogurt chicken in black skillet

    Why this recipe works

    • Uses your favorite chicken pieces or cut up whole chicken.
    • Enjoy a mild spice flavor rather than overpowering amounts- makes a family friendly meal.
    • Brown the chicken prior to roasting for brown and crunchy coating.
    • One skillet meal means quick and easy clean up!

    🥘 Ingredients

    • Chicken- use your favorite pieces- just remember bone in chicken will take longer to fully cook.
    • Greek Yogurt- we will use about ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt. You may increase this amount if making a larger amount of roasted chicken.
    • Spices- we are using curry and cinnamon to flavor the marinade.
    raw chicken, spices, oil, yogurt in small bowls

    🔪 Instructions

    • Step 1- Measure marinade ingredients into bowl
    • Step 2- Combine mixture and stir well
    • Step 3- Coat chicken pieces in mixture and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes if possible.
    • Step 4- Brown chicken pieces in skillet then bake to finish cooking.
    greek yogurt and spices in a clear bowl
    Step 1
    greek yogurt marinade in clear bowl
    Step 2
    chicken breast coated in greek yogurt marinade
    Step 3
    browned greek yogurt chicken in skillet
    Step 4

    💭 Top tips

    • Try to marinate the chicken at least 30 minutes. Up to 2-3 hours is even better to help infuse the chicken with the spices.
    • Check your spices for freshness. Replace any expired spices for best results.
    • Brown a few pieces of chicken at a time in the skillet- avoid crowding

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does Greek yogurt do for chicken?

    The lactic acid and calcium help break down the protein in the chicken making it super tender and moist.

    Can you marinate chicken in yogurt too long?

    Chicken can be marinated in yogurt up to 24 hours without becoming mushy.

    Do I wipe off yogurt marinade?

    Don't rinse or wipe off the chicken pieces or you will remove most of the flavor. If the pieces are very moist, simply allow the pieces to drain briefly in a colander.

    What do I serve with this recipe?

    If following a lower carb diet, choose non-starchy veggies like green beans, broccoli or a salad. Otherwise, this recipe pairs well with most grain dishes and a side veggie or two.

    Hope you enjoy this Greek Yogurt Skillet Chicken Recipe! Be sure to check out these other low carb favorites:

    • Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
    • Low Carb Chili Relleno Casserole
    • Low Carb Pork Lettuce Wraps
    • Low Carb Ricotta Cheesecake Fluff

    Did you make this recipe? Please leave your star rating and comment below!

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    golden roasted yogurt chicken in black skillet

    Greek Yogurt Chicken Recipe

    A delicious way to include healthful spices in your diet. Chicken marinated in Greek yogurt, cinnamon and curry powder then roasted in a skillet. Low carb diet friendly!
    4.88 from 16 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low Salt
    Prep Time: 1 hour
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 2 hours
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 237kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 2 # raw chicken pieces
    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ Tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
    • ½ teaspoon curry powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Pinch of salt and pepper
    • Butter or olive oil for browning chicken
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    Instructions

    • Place chicken in a large zipper lock plastic bag.
    • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
    • Add mixture to plastic bag with chicken and place in refrigerator to marinate at least 1 hour.
    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
    • Add 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil to a medium size iron or oven-proof skillet and heat on medium until butter melts.
    • Add a few pieces chicken to skillet (avoid crowding) and brown- about 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove chicken to a plate as it browns and add more pieces to skillet until all chicken has been browned. (Add more butter or olive oil to skillet as needed.) Discard marinade.
    • Return all chicken pieces to skillet and place in oven to roast until chicken is fully cooked (at least 165 degrees internal temp in thickest part of chicken piece) about 40-50 minutes.

    Notes

    Expert Tips
    • Try to marinate the chicken at least 30 minutes. Up to 2-3 hours is even better to help infuse the chicken with the spices.
    • Check your spices for freshness. Replace any expired spices for best results.
    • Brown a few pieces of chicken at a time in the skillet- avoid crowding
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Greek Yogurt Chicken Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    237
    Calories from Fat 144
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    16
    g
    25
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    20
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    70
    mg
    23
    %
    Sodium
     
    72
    mg
    3
    %
    Potassium
     
    203
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    1
    g
    0
    %
    Fiber
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Sugar
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    19
    g
    38
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    130
    IU
    3
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    2.1
    mg
    3
    %
    Calcium
     
    32
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    0.9
    mg
    5
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Jeni Millikin

      January 14, 2020 at 11:33 am

      You mentioned that you created this Greek Chicken recipe to include cinnamon and turmeric in your right up prior to the recipe, but there is no turmeric in the recipe. Did you meant o leave the turmeric out?

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      • Charlotte

        January 14, 2020 at 9:18 pm

        Hi Jeni
        Thanks for your comment! Most curry powder contains turmeric, so that's how it is included in the recipe. Just enough to give a hint, but hopefully not overpowering.
        Charlotte

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    2. Birdie

      January 18, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      This chicken was delicious. The spices were not overwhelming and the meat was soooo moist! I used 6 chicken thighs.

      Reply
    3. Kathleen

      August 05, 2021 at 3:05 pm

      Do you leave the skin on the chicken?

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      • Charlotte

        August 05, 2021 at 8:48 pm

        Yes I did to help keep it moist while it roasted. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. Anne-Marie

      February 20, 2023 at 8:37 am

      When you fry the yogurt covered chicken doesn't the marinade come away from the chicken and burn in the pan , that's what I found

      Reply
      • Charlotte

        February 22, 2023 at 9:25 pm

        I let the chicken drain some then cook it on medium heat. Be sure to add more oil to pan when browning to prevent burning.

        Reply

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