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3-Ingredient Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Ultra-juicy chicken made with just yogurt, salt, and chicken for a simple, healthy, and foolproof meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 cup plain yogurt Greek or regular
  • 1 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill or skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and place in a bowl.
  2. Mix yogurt and salt until smooth.
  3. Coat chicken evenly with yogurt mixture.
  4. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
  5. Cook chicken using preferred method until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Remove excess marinade before cooking for better browning.