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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill Yogurt Sauce

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill Yogurt Sauce

A flavorful Mediterranean grilled chicken recipe with a dill yogurt sauce, perfect for dinner or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 271.1 kcal

Equipment

  • food processor
  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1.25 cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 medium lemon or lime, juiced
  • a pinch cayenne pepper, optional
  • kosher salt, if needed

Grilled Chicken

  • 10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon allspice
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground green cardamom
  • salt and pepper
  • 5 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 8 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 medium lemons, juiced

Instructions
 

Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce Preparation

  • Combine the minced garlic, fresh dill, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and cayenne pepper in a food processor. Run until well blended and smooth.
  • Test and add salt if needed. Transfer to a container and refrigerate.

Chicken Preparation

  • In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, spices and 3 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry and rub each with the garlic-spice mixture.

Marination

  • In a large dish, add onions, lemon juice, and the remaining olive oil. Toss chicken in the marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.

Grilling

  • Heat a gas grill to medium-high. Place chicken thighs on the grill. Cover for 5 minutes, then turn and grill for another 3 to 5 minutes covered.
  • Rest the grilled chicken for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serving

  • Serve with the dill Greek yogurt dip prepared earlier and enjoy!

Notes

If possible, marinate chicken for best flavor. You can also use boneless skinless chicken breasts instead of thighs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 271.1kcalCarbohydrates: 7.4gProtein: 26gFat: 15.5gSaturated Fat: 2.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 9.3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 108.9mgSodium: 263mgPotassium: 447.8mgFiber: 1.4gVitamin A: 552.9IUVitamin C: 22.9mgCalcium: 77.9mgIron: 1.7mg
Keyword Dill Yogurt Sauce, Gluten-Free, grilled chicken, Healthy Dinner, Low Calorie, Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs
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