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9) Greek Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Tzatziki

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Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts about 3 medium
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar optional
  • Pinch of salt and pepper for tzatziki

Method
 

  1. Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken 20–30 minutes if possible.
  2. Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  3. While chicken cooks, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, vinegar, salt, and pepper for tzatziki.
  4. Let chicken rest 5 minutes, slice, and spoon tzatziki over top or serve on the side.