Table of Contents
Introduction
Today I will present you an extremely easy and tasty recipe: Greek Yogurt Crockpot Chicken.
It is a recipe suitable both for lunch or dinner, which is also healthy and tasty.
I had the opportunity to enjoy the good weather outside and cook outdoors, but using the amazing Crockpot Express Multicooker or another slow cooker/ multicooker, you will achieve this delicious result effortlessly in your own kitchen.
The secret for the best Greek yogurt crockpot chicken
In case you didn’t know, I want to tell you that the combination of yogurt, olive oil and garlic is perfect to cook a tasty and tender chicken.
Basically, the yogurt tenderizes the chicken and gives it the ideal texture. And the olive oil, garlic and spices used contribute significantly to the fabulous taste of this Greek yogurt chicken.
However, the secret for the best Greek yogurt crockpot chicken is to marinate it at least 2-3 hours before cooking.
I like to leave the meat to marinate overnight, but you can marinate it for less, if you’re in a hurry.
Different marinades to make at home
There are many types of marinades that can be used at home, which are very easy to make.
Below I will present the main types of marinades that I use, depending on the type of meat I am going to cook.
- for fish, and especially for salmon, I love to use a marinade with honey and mustard. In this case, I recommend you try the Honey Mustard Salmon recipe, which is incredibly tasty.
- for pork, I like to use a marinade that contains tomato juice and garlic, along with olive oil and spices. Please try the Roasted Pork Loin recipe to convince yourself of the incredible taste of this marinade.
- for pork ribs, which I cook most often in a slow cooker and then on the grill, I like to use a marinade made of tomato juice, crushed garlic, honey and spices. Try it and I guarantee that you will enjoy every bite.
- for lamb, which I don’t eat, but occasionally cook, for Easter, I always choose a marinade similar to the one in today’s recipe. Specifically, a marinade that includes yogurt, olive oil, garlic, spices and sprigs of rosemary or thyme will help you cook an absolutely fabulous lamb roast
- for chicken, I mostly use this Greek yogurt crockpot chicken recipe, but I also happen to use a tomato juice-based marinade.
Regardless of the type of marinade you will prepare, if you have the opportunity to leave the meat to marinate for at least 2-3 hours before cooking, the result will be absolutely delicious.
Greek yogurt Crockpot chicken recipe
Greek Yogurt Crockpot Chicken Recipe β Easy dish
Equipment
- 1 Crockpo tExpress Multicooker (or similar) / slow cooker/ pot
- 1 Freezer bags
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Garlic press
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Lemon squeezer
Ingredients
- 2 pcs chicken breast skinless, boneless
- 150-200 gr yogurt
- 1 pc lemon
- 4-5 pc garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: other spices e.g. Sweet paprika
Instructions
- First, use the garlic press to crush the garlic cloves
- Then, mix the garlic with the olive oil. Add salt and pepper. You can add other spices that you like
- Cut the chicken breasts into long strips
- Coat the chicken with the mixture of olive oil, garlic and spices
- Place the chicken covered with garlic into a freezer bag
- Add the yogurt over the chicken in the bag
- Use a lemon squeezer to extract de lemon juice
- Pour the lemon juice into the freezer bag
- Using your hands, mix all the ingredients from the freezer bag until the chicken is completely covered with marinade
- Seal the bag and place it into the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before cooking the Greek yogurt crockpot chicken
- After that, place the content of the bag into the cooking pot of the Crockpot Express Multicooker. You can also use a different multicooker or a slow cooker
- Close the lid
- Slow cook the Greek yogurt crockpot chicken for 3 HOURS using the SLOW COOKING program on HIGH temperatureIf you prefer the cook the chicken quick, use the POULTRY high pressure program on the Crockpot Express Multicooker or a similar device.
- Once the Greek yogurt chicken is cooked, serve it next to a potato side dish or a fresh salad
Nutrition
Serving and presentation
Greek yogurt crockpot chicken is a main dish. I recommend serving this Greek yogurt chicken next to a side dish and / or a salad.
Because it is a chicken with yogurt sauce, you can complement it with mashed potatoes.
Also, this chicken cooked in yogurt and spices should be consumed warm. If you do not eat the entire quantity at one meal, you can store this Greek yogurt crockpot chicken in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, in a container closed with a lid.
When you want to enjoy a portion of chicken with yogurt sauce, I recommend heating only the quantity that you are going to consume. The easiest way to reheat this Greek yogurt chicken is in the microwave.
IMPORTANT: Please take into account that reheating the same meal for several times will definitely spoil the food!
FAQβs
How to cook yogurt marinated chicken?
The easiest way to cook yogurt marinated chicken is to prepare a marinade of yogurt, olive oil, spices and crushed garlic and rub the chicken pieces with it. Then, keep the chicken covered with this marinade for at least 3-4 hours. You can cook yogurt marinated chicken in a slow cooker, multicooker, in a pot or in the oven.
How to make Greek yogurt chicken?
In order to make Greek yogurt chicken all you have to do is to prepare a marinade of Greek yogurt, olive oil, spices and crushed garlic and rub the chicken pieces with it. Then, keep the chicken covered with this marinade for at least 3-4 hours. You can cook Greek yogurt chicken in a slow cooker, multicooker, in a pot or in the oven.
Why to use yogurt marinated chicken?
Dairy products like milk or yogurt tenderize meat. So, use yogurt marinated chicken if you want a tender and tasty poultry meal.
Which yogurt is best for chicken marinate?
Plain, unflavored yogurt is best for marinating. If you’re using a full-fat yogurt, like Greek yogurt, use olive oil or a little lemon juice to thin the yogurt a bit. This will allow you to coat the chicken evenly.
Why add yogurt to chicken?
Dairy products like milk or yogurt tenderize meat. So, use yogurt marinated chicken if you want a tender and tasty poultry meal.
Will yogurt tenderize chicken?
Yes, yogurt will tenderize chicken. The best way tenderize chicken is by using a yogurt marinade. Keep the chicken covered with in yogurt, olive oil and spices marinade for at least 3-4 hours before cooking it.
How to tenderize chicken for schnitzel?
The best way to tenderize chicken for schnitzel is by using milk or yogurt marinade before cooking. If you use milk, simply soak the chicken slices into milk before cooking. If you use yogurt, coat the chicken slices with a marinade made of yogurt, olive oil and spices before cooking it.
