Greek Lemon Chicken
Crisp, juicy, and bursting with Mediterranean flavour – this Greek Lemon Chicken brings gourmet simplicity to your weeknight table. Marinated in LANCEWOOD® Greek Delight Yoghurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, this dish celebrates the fresh, tangy taste of Greek yoghurt South Africa loves. The result? Golden, tender chicken with a rich, creamy tang that only gourmet Greek yoghurt can deliver. Serve it with a classic Greek salad or tzatziki for an effortlessly elegant what’s for dinner solution. Whether you’re looking for easy chicken breast dinner ideas or a crowd-pleasing family meal, this recipe proves that wholesome can also be indulgent.
Ingredients:
8 chicken thigh(s)
bone-in and skin-on
2 tbsp olive oil
79 ml LANCEWOOD Greek Delight® Double Cream Plain Yoghurt
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
4 tsp dried origanum
2 lemon(s)
large
6 garlic clove(s), peeled
For toppings:
parsley
to garnish
fresh origanum
to garnish
Method
Make the marinade:
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Greek Delight Yoghurt, salt, pepper, oregano, and juice of the lemons until smooth and creamy.
Marinate the chicken:
Place the chicken thighs in a roasting dish. Pour the yoghurt marinade over and rub it in to coat each piece well. Nestle the lemon halves and garlic cloves between the chicken pieces. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour for best flavour.
Roast to perfection:
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Roast the chicken for 45–50 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
Crisp and serve:
For an extra-crisp finish, grill for 2–3 minutes after roasting. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a Greek salad and tzatziki.
Tip:
For an even creamier flavour, swap part of the yoghurt for LANCEWOOD® Double Cream Yoghurt – a double thick cream style option perfect for gourmet cooking in South Africa.
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