Spiced Yogurt Chicken

Name: Spiced Yogurt Chicken (Air Fryer or Oven)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken breast; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion salt; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; juice of 1/2 lemon; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; Lemon wedges, for serving; Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Spiced yogurt chicken is a moist, tender chicken breast dish marinated in Greek yogurt, garlic, paprika, and oregano. The yogurt marinade keeps the meat juicy while the spices deliver bold, well-rounded flavor that works equally well in an air fryer or conventional oven.

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🌍American 🏷️Yogurt chicken 🏷️Air fryer chicken 🏷️Chicken breast Spicy chicken

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🏷️Easy recipe

🏷️Weeknight dinner

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Total

30 min

Servings

3

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$26–$43

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken breast
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion salt
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for servingoptional
Fresh cilantro, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
In a small bowl, combine the red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion salt, paprika, and dried oregano to create a spice mix.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, the prepared spice mix, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped cilantro. Stir until well combined to form the marinade.
3
Prepare the chicken breasts by scoring them in a diagonal crosshatch pattern. This helps the marinade penetrate the meat. Season the chicken on all sides with salt and pepper.
4
Add the seasoned chicken to the bowl with the yogurt marinade. Use your hands to coat the chicken thoroughly, making sure the marinade gets into all the cuts.
5
Place the marinated chicken breasts in the basket of an air fryer.
6
Air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 18-20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through cooking. Alternatively, you can bake it in an oven.
7
Once cooked through, remove the chicken from the air fryer. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat the chicken dry before cooking to achieve better browning and texture, especially in an air fryer.
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking; yogurt-marinated chicken stays moist but can dry out if cooked past 165°F.
Let marinated chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking for more even, faster cooking.
Don't skip the lemon juice in the marinade—it brightens the spices and enhances the yogurt's tenderizing effect.

Substitutions

Plain Greek yogurt → plain full-fat yogurt (slightly thinner consistency, same effect)
Red pepper flakes → cayenne powder (use 1/2 tsp for milder heat)
Paprika → smoked paprika (adds deeper, smokier notes)
Cilantro → parsley (similar fresh garnish, milder flavor)