Description
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Thighs are a succulent and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean to your table. This recipe features juicy boneless chicken thighs marinated in a bold blend of garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices, creating an unforgettable taste experience. Perfect for family dinners, summer barbecues, or meal prep, these grilled chicken thighs can be paired with refreshing sides like a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or creamy dill sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple grilling steps, you can easily create a healthy and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 1 red onion (halved and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 1/4 cups Greek yogurt
- Olive oil
- Spices: paprika, allspice, nutmeg, cardamom, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Make the dill Greek yogurt sauce by blending minced garlic, dill, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper in a food processor until smooth. Refrigerate.
- Combine minced garlic with spices and olive oil in a bowl. Pat chicken thighs dry and rub the spice mixture evenly over them.
- Mix sliced onions and lemon juice in a large dish with remaining olive oil. Place the seasoned chicken on top and gently toss to coat.
- Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs for about 5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with the dill sauce and your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg