Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs
Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs delivers juicy, tender pieces with a tangy yogurt base, bright lemon, and aromatic herbs balanced by smoky paprika. The grill adds a crisp, charred finish, while a cool harissa-lemon yogurt sauce brings gentle heat and creaminess. Ideal for summer cookouts or a relaxed weekend dinner with salads and flatbreads.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, paprika, herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Pour the mixture into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and stir to coat. Press out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. For the sauce, stir together the yogurt, lemon juice, and harissa in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
- 5
Transfer the chicken to a plate or a baking sheet lined with paper towels, and discard the marinade. Pat the chicken dry with additional paper towels. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 6
Grill the chicken, skin-side down, on the preheated grill for 2 minutes. Flip each piece and move it to indirect heat.
- 7
Keep grilling with the lid down, turning often, until well browned and the meat is no longer pink in the center, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 8
Serve the chicken with the sauce on the side.
- Calories 354.41 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 63.19 g Good Source 126%
- Carbohydrate 4.1 g 1%
- Total Fat 9.97 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 0.92 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 208.18 mg High 69%
- Sodium 561.21 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 1.51 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.09 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 38.82 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.59 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 103.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 1.84 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 5.7 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Greek Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Garlic, Harissa, and Herbes de Provence. Each serving provides about 354.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Garlic, Harissa, Herbes de Provence, Lemon. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs?
- About 50 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 354.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs healthy?
- Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 354.41 calories and 63.19 g of protein, or 126% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 561.21 mg (24% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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