Greek Lemon Chicken
L-352-00 Meat, Fish and Poultry
Green
Moderate
100 Portions
1 Chicken Breast (3-¾ oz)
Marinating Container, Griddle
350°F (177°C)
10 min.
INGREDIENTS
Item | Measure | Weight | Approx issue |
---|---|---|---|
CHICKEN, BREASTS, FROZEN, BONELESS, SKINLESS | 100 - 5 oz breasts | 31 lb 4 oz | 33 lb 8 oz |
YOGURT, PLAIN, NON-FAT | 1-½ qt | 3 lb | |
OIL, VEGETABLE, CANOLA | 3 cups | 1 lb 8 oz | |
GARLIC, FRESH, MINCED | 1 cup + 1 tbsp | 6 oz | 7 oz |
OREGANO, CRUSHED | 1 cup | 1.0 oz | |
LEMON, JUICE, FRESH | 3 cups | 1 lb 10 oz | |
LEMON ZEST, FRESH | ¾ cup + 2 tbsp | 3 oz | |
SALT | 5 tbsp + 1 tsp | 3-½ oz | |
PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND | 2 tbsp + 2 tsp | 0.65 oz | |
PARSLEY, DRY, FLAKES | 2 tbsp + 2 tsp | 0.10 oz | |
OIL, VEGETABLE, CANOLA | ½ cup | 3-⅞ oz |
DIRECTIONS
Thaw CP: Thaw chicken under refrigeration at 41°F (5°C).
- In accordance with Armed Forces food safety protocol, reference the Produce Guideline Card for specific wash, sanitize, rinse and handling instructions for each fruit/vegetable in the recipe; this is critically important to ensure the safety of this food.
- Combine yogurt, vegetable oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and parsley in a mixing bowl; whisk until well combined.
- Place chicken into a stainless steel, or other approved, marinating container. Pour yogurt marinade over chicken. Lightly toss the chicken breasts to evenly coat the surfaces with the marinade. Cover. CP: Marinate chicken under refrigeration at 41°F (5°C) for 30 minutes to 2 hours (not longer).
- Remove chicken from marinade. Discard used marinade.
- Lightly coat a 350°F (177°C) griddle with ½ cup vegetable oil (or divided amount depending on griddle capacity). Grill chicken for 8 to 10 minutes until browned and cooked through. CCP: Internal temperature must reach 165°F (74°C) for 15 seconds.
- Serve immediately or CP: Hold for hot service at 135°F (57°C).
RECIPE NOTES
- In Step 3, 3 oz (½ cup) granulated garlic, per 100 portions, may be substituted for fresh, minced garlic.
- * Sugars represent the total grams of sugar in the recipe, naturally occurring and added sugar combined.
- Original recipe number: L-241-00
NUTRITION FACTS
Calories252 |
Carbohydrates3 g |
Sugars*1 g |
Protein33 g |
Fat11 g |
Saturated Fat1.6 g |
Cholesterol88 mg |
Sodium461 mg |
Calcium58 mg |
Fiber0.4 g |