Greek Lemon Chicken – Crispyand Low‑Calorie
- 35 min
- Serves 4
- 10 ingredients
10 minutes to prep, 25 to cook. A bright, tangy Greek lemon chicken that’s crispy on the outside and tender inside, paired with a light, creamy yogurt dressing. This low‑calorie dish delivers bold Mediterranean flavors in a quick, family‑friendly meal.
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Method
Preheat the oven to 400°F (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper; whisk until the mixture is uniform.
Add the chicken strips to the bowl, toss them thoroughly so each piece is evenly coated with the lemon‑garlic mixture, then let them rest for 5 minutes to absorb flavor.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Chicken strips are evenly coated in the lemon mixture. Turn the pieces through the mixture so no surface is left dry.
Arrange the coated chicken strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching to promote even crisping.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Strips sit in a single layer with space between them. Spacing lets the edges brown instead of steam.
Place the sheet in the pre‑heated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, turning the strips halfway through the cooking time to achieve crispness on both sides.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Chicken has browned on both sides after turning. Turn each strip once for even crisping.
While the chicken bakes, prepare the yogurt dressing: in a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, and an additional 2 tbsp of lemon juice until smooth and slightly tangy.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Yogurt dressing is smooth with dill distributed through it. Whisk until no streaks of lemon juice remain.
Check the chicken for doneness by cutting into the thickest piece; the interior should be opaque and juices run clear.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The thickest strip is opaque inside and juices run clear. Check the largest piece before serving.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on the sheet for 2 minutes; this helps retain juiciness while the exterior stays crisp.
Plate the crispy chicken strips, drizzle generously with the lemon‑dill yogurt dressing, and serve immediately with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Tips while you cook
- Rest after coating
- Let the coated chicken rest for 5 minutes before baking to allow the flavors to absorb.
- Turn halfway
- Flip the chicken strips halfway through the bake to promote crispness on both sides.
- Brief post‑bake rest
- Allow the chicken to rest on the sheet for 2 minutes after removing from the oven to retain juiciness.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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Greek chicken, 4 ways
Four creators posted their own. Every one is built on chicken, olive oil and garlic.
- Donaldo Estevam35 min10 ingr.Oven
- Cal Reynolds50 min19 ingr.Only this one uses greek seasoning blend, parsley and red wine vinegar
- cheffinwithzach55 min10 ingr.Only this one uses mustard, black olives and green pepper
- Mediterranean Diet Plan40 min11 ingr.Only this one uses yukon gold potatoes, onion powder and thyme
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