If you’re looking to level up your weeknight dinner or impress at your next springy lunch gathering, this Green Goddess Chicken is it. Made with tender chicken thighs and a creamy, herbal marinade that’s completely dairy free, this recipe is everything: bright, saucy and bursting with fresh herbs. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover herbs hanging out in your fridge and the results are juicy, moist and packed with flavorful goodness.
Whether you’re grilling, baking or air-frying, the marinade forms a light, crispy crust on the outside while keeping the inside wholesome and tender. This dish is simple to prep, adaptable and flexible—serve it hot or cold, in a bowl, wrap or salad. It’s bringing so much bright spring energy and I am so here for it! The best part is that it’s so easy to throw together and takes less than 30 minutes to make. If you use a store bought dressing, it’s also ready in no time! If you love this green goddess chicken, you will also love my lemon chicken gnocchi, Greek lemon chicken and potatoes and lemon chicken and meatballs!
Why You’ll Love This Chicken
This green goddess chicken is so easy to make!
This dish is ready in less than 30 minutes.
It’s gluten free and dairy free.
You can use my delicious homemade green goddess dressing or use store bought for a super quick meal.
This recipe is packed with flavor and is so light and delicious!
It’s super family-friendly!
This recipe is a great way to switch up your chicken and make it exciting!
Equipment Needed
All you need to make this green goddess chicken is a bowl and an air fryer. If you are making the dressing from scratch you will also need a blender or food processor. Be sure to use my green goddess dressing recipe!
Ingredients Needed
Chicken: I used chicken thighs in this recipe, but feel free to use chicken breast or chicken wings instead!
Dressing: I used my homemade green goddess dressing, but you can also use store bought for an even quicker meal!
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Marinate the chicken in the green goddess dressing.
Step 3: Place marinated chicken in air fryer and cook for 20 minutes at 350°F, or until done.
Step 4: Drizzle with extra dressing, serve and enjoy!
Storage
Store this green goddess chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. This chicken makes a great meal prep!
Variations
Meat: I used chicken thighs in this recipe, but feel free to use chicken breast or chicken wings instead. Green goddess also tastes great with salmon or turkey meatballs.
Dressing: I used homemade dressing in this recipe, but feel free to use store bought to make it quicker!
How To Serve
This green goddess chicken is so delicious and can be eaten several different ways:
Make it at your next BBQ or party!
Meal prep it for lunch and serve it with rice and a vegetable.
Serve it over a salad, in a wrap or on a bed of rice.
Recipe FAQ
Can I make this with chicken breast instead of chicken thighs?
Yes, feel free to make this with chicken breast!
Can I make this with rotisserie chicken?
Green goddess is a great sauce to pair with rotisserie chicken. Be sure to try out my green goddess chicken salad!
Can I use a store bought sauce?
Yes, you can definitely use a store bought sauce!
What should I serve this green goddess chicken with?
This green goddess chicken can be served along with hot dogs and hamburgers at a BBQ, on a bed of lettuce in a salad or over a bowl of rice! You can also put it on a sandwich or wrap!
What is green goddess sauce made of?
Green goddess dressing combines loads of fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil and a few other ingredients!
Can I grill, bake or pan fry this chicken?
Yes, feel free to cook it another way if you do not have an air fryer!
Can I use this marinade on a whole chicken?
Yes, you can definitely marinate an entire chicken with green goddess sauce.
Related Recipes
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Peach Hot Honey Chicken Chicken Wings
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Green Goddess Chicken
Equipment
- 1 bowl
- 1 air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs
- 1 cup green goddess dressing
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Marinate the chicken in green goddess dressing.
- Place marinated chicken in air fryer and cook for 20 minutes at 350°F, or until done.
- Drizzle additional dressing over chicken, serve and enjoy!
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