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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill Yogurt Sauce

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill Yogurt Sauce

Delicious Mediterranean grilled chicken thighs served with a flavorful dill yogurt sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 thighs
Calories 271.1 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • gas grill

Ingredients
  

For the Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce

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

For the 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 thighs boneless skinless chicken
  • 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 medium lemons, juiced

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Make the dill Greek yogurt sauce. Combine the minced garlic, fresh dill, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and cayenne pepper in a food processor. Run the food processor until all the ingredients are well blended and a smooth thick sauce or dip develops. Test and add salt if needed. Transfer to a small bowl or container, cover and refrigerate.
  • Make the seasoning and season the chicken. 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.
  • Make the marinade and add the chicken. In a large dish with sides, add the onions, lemon juice, and the remaining olive oil. Place the chicken on top of the onions and toss to coat in olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Marinate the chicken. If you have the time, cover and refrigerate the chicken for 2-4 hours.
  • Heat a gas grill to medium-high. Place the chicken thighs on the grill. Cover for 5 minutes, then turn the chicken over and grill for another 3 to 5 minutes covered.
  • Rest. Allow the grilled chicken about 5 minutes to rest before serving. Chicken is ready when its internal temperature, taken at the thickest part, reaches 165 degrees.
  • Serve with a side of the dill Greek yogurt dip you prepared earlier.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken in the fridge for 2 to 4 hours. You can also make the dill Greek yogurt sauce one night ahead and store it in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 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 chicken recipe, Dill Yogurt Sauce, Easy Dinner, grilled chicken, Mediterranean Cuisine, Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs
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