👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

   💡 Tip: Ensure oven is fully preheated before placing the dish inside.
2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides. Season with salt and pepper.

   💡 Tip: Browning the chicken adds depth of flavor.
3. 3

   Place the browned chicken pieces in an ovenproof baking dish.

   💡 Tip: Use a dish large enough to hold the chicken and the sauce comfortably.
4. 4

   Melt the butter in the same pan used for the chicken. Add the crushed garlic and cook for about 1 minute over low heat until fragrant.

   💡 Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the thick plain yogurt, eggs, and the garlic butter mixture. Stir in the dried oregano (if using).

   💡 Tip: Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Using thick yogurt is key to prevent the sauce from becoming too runny.
6. 6

   Season the yogurt mixture lightly with salt and generously with pepper.

   💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. 7

   Pour the yogurt sauce evenly over the chicken pieces in the baking dish.

   💡 Tip: Ensure all chicken pieces are covered by the sauce.
8. 8

   Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the top becomes lightly golden brown and the sauce is set.

   💡 Tip: If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely cover the dish with aluminum foil.
9. 9

   Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

   💡 Tip: Resting allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.