Kotopoulo Giaourtato (Yogurt-Marinated Baked Chicken Thighs)

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add the chicken thighs and turn to coat thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.

   💡 The acid in yogurt is gentle — an overnight marinade won't turn the meat mushy the way lemon alone can.

3. 3

   Heat the oven to 200°C and line a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Lift the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and arrange in a single layer on the sheet.

5. 5

   Roast until the coating is charred in spots and the chicken reaches 74°C inside, 30–35 minutes.

6. 6

   Rest 5 minutes before serving.