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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delight your taste buds with these flavorful Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs served with a refreshing Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner!


Ingredients

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Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup fresh dill, stems removed, chopped
  • 1 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon or lime, juiced
  • Pinch cayenne pepper, optional
  • Kosher salt, if needed

Grilled Chicken:

  • 10 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground green cardamom
  • Salt and pepper
  • 5 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 lemons, juiced

Instructions

  1. Make the Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce: Combine minced garlic, fresh dill, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Add salt to taste. Refrigerate.
  2. Season and Add Chicken: Mix minced garlic, spices, and olive oil. Rub chicken with mixture. In a dish, combine onions, lemon juice, and olive oil. Place chicken on top and coat.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Refrigerate chicken for 2-4 hours.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 5 minutes each side.
  5. Rest and Serve: Allow chicken to rest before serving. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Notes

  • Browse Our Shop for quality Mediterranean ingredients including olive oils and spices to use in this recipe.
  • For best flavor, marinate the chicken for 2 to 4 hours in the fridge.
  • The Dill Greek yogurt sauce can be made a night ahead and stored in the fridge.
  • Chicken breasts can be used, cook until internal temperature reaches 155°F for juicier results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 271.1 kcal
  • Sugar: 3.2g
  • Sodium: 263mg
  • Fat: 15.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0.02g
  • Carbohydrates: 7.4g
  • Fiber: 1.4g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 108.9mg

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