Tzatziki-Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 cup of Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken pieces and mix until all of the pieces are coated.
3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
5. Place the chicken pieces on a greased baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
7. Serve with additional tzatziki sauce, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Tzatziki is a yogurt-based sauce that is popular in Greek and Middle Eastern Cuisine.
• The origin of the dish is unknown but it is believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire.
• Tzatziki is made from strained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and herbs.