Greek Chicken with Yogurt Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Greek Chicken with Yogurt Sauce
25 min.
4
227kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful Greek Chicken with Yogurt Sauce. Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also a wholesome option for lunch or dinner. Each serving is packed with a satisfying 227 calories, making it an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy a delicious meal without compromising on health.

The star of this recipe is the tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts, seasoned with a fragrant blend of salt and cinnamon that brings warmth and depth to every bite. Paired with a refreshing yogurt sauce made from creamy Yoplait® All Natural Fat Free plain yogurt, sour cream, and crisp cucumber, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The addition of fresh parsley and a hint of lemon juice elevates the sauce, making it a zesty complement to the savory chicken.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a quick weeknight meal, this Greek Chicken with Yogurt Sauce is sure to impress. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the taste of Greece right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • medium cucumber peeled seeded finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup yogurt plain fat free yoplait® (from 32 oz. container)
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons water 
  • serving parsley fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix all sauce ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt and cinnamon. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Reduce heat to low; add water. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F).
  3. Serve chicken with yogurt sauce.
  4. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein57.55%
Fat36.21%
Carbs6.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.25
Glycemic Load
0.14
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.561739255553%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
6.46mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:226.96kcal
11.35%
Fat:8.88g
13.66%
Saturated Fat:2.63g
16.44%
Carbohydrates:3.45g
1.15%
Net Carbohydrates:2.91g
1.06%
Sugar:2.45g
2.73%
Cholesterol:99.51mg
33.17%
Sodium:329.32mg
14.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.74g
63.49%
Vitamin B3:14.88mg
74.42%
Selenium:46.51µg
66.44%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.3%
Vitamin K:57.53µg
54.79%
Phosphorus:345.83mg
34.58%
Vitamin B5:2.3mg
23.03%
Potassium:671.82mg
19.19%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.83%
Magnesium:49.49mg
12.37%
Vitamin C:8.55mg
10.36%
Vitamin A:424.16IU
8.48%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.03%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.64%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.78%
Calcium:66.13mg
6.61%
Iron:0.94mg
5.23%
Folate:20.48µg
5.12%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.59%
Copper:0.09mg
4.33%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.71%
Fiber:0.54g
2.15%