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Tasty Thursday with Tori: Baked Chicken and Herbs

Original Author: Tori Copeland, Lawrence County | Adapted for Blog: Torrie Smith, Van Buren County

Tori Copeland is the Lawrence County Extension Agent - Family and Consumer Sciences/4-H. Every Thursday she will be bringing you a healthy new recipe to try with your family.

Choose herbs!

Herbs add flavor without adding calories. They are versatile and can be used on vegetables, meats, and even in beverages to add flavor and aroma. Herbs and spices are also a healthy alternative to using salt, sugar, and fat.

Try this easy-to-make recipe using herbs and spices!

Step one:

Preheat the oven to 425°F and place chicken in a roasting pan. Bake for 25 minutes.

Step two:

In a separate bowl combine yogurt, onion powder, parsley flakes, sage, tarragon, black pepper, garlic powder, and water.

Step three:

Pour yogurt mixture over chicken. Reduce heat to 325°F and bake for 20 minutes or until internal temperature is at least 165°F.

Step four:

Enjoy with your favorite vegetables!

Baked Chicken and Herbs Recipe

This information and recipe came from the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service’s Cooking with Extension Cookbook. For more information on Herbs and Spices, contact your local County Extension Agent!