Mediterranean Grilled Chicken + Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce

April 21st, 2020 20:05:43 PMRecipesAdmin

INGREDIENTSFor the Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce:

• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 cup chopped fresh dill stems removed
• 1 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1/2 lemon or lime
• Pinch cayenne pepper optional
• Salt if needed

For the 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 olive oil divided
• 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 medium size red onion sliced
• Juice of 1–2 lemons

INSTRUCTIONS

1. First 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.
2. In a small bowl mix together the minced garlic spices and 3 tbsp olive oil. Pat the chicken thighs dry and rub each with the garlic-spice mixture.
3. Place the spiced chicken thighs in a large dish on a bed of sliced red onions with lemon juice and the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
4. When ready heat a gas grill to medium-high. Place the chicken thighs on the grill. Cover for 5-6 minutes then turn the chicken over and grill for another 5-6 minutes covered.
5. Serve with a side of the dill Greek yogurt dip you prepared earlier!
6. To complete this light meal add Greek potatoes or pita bread and a salad like Fattoush Salad.

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