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Grilled Greek yogurt marinated chicken with herbs, lemon slices, and edible flowers on a white plate for seasonal taste.
Christine Miller

Greek Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

5 from 1 vote
This easy Greek yogurt marinade is the best way to add bold mediterranean flavor to any day of the week! All you need are a few simple ingredients, boneless skinless chicken thighs, and a hot grill to create this extra flavorful chicken recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Marinating Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: condiment, Dinner, Main Course, meal prep
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 204.3
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 5.3 oz. plain full-fat Greek yogurt one individual serving container
  • 1 large lemon for zest and juice
  • 1½ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Trader Joe's onion salt or any brand of onion salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • pan release spray for the grill grates

Equipment

  • 1 Large Bowl
  • 1 Measuring Spoon Set
  • 1 Hot Grill or grill pan
  • 1 wire whisk
  • 1 citrus juicer
  • 1 tongs
  • 1 instant-read thermometer
  • 1 Large resealable plastic bag or airtight container for marinating

Method
 

  1. Juice and zest the large lemon and add to a large bowl.
  2. Measure the spices and seasonings and add them to the same large bowl. Add the plain full-fat Greek yogurt and stir to combine the marinade ingredients.
  3. Add the chicken to the bowl and stir to coat the chicken with the marinade. At this point you could place the marinated chicken into a resealable plastic bag, or an airtight container, or simply cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 8-10 hours to marinade. For the best results marinade for at least 3 hours.
  4. Pre-heat your grill to 400℉ and clean the grill grates with a wire brush. spray the grill grates with pan release cooking spray.
  5. When the grill is hot and ready remove the excess marinade from the chicken and place it on the hot grill.
  6. Cook the chicken on both sides until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Allow the chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 204.3kcalCarbohydrates: 3.4gProtein: 32.1gFat: 6.4gSaturated Fat: 1.6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 144.9mgSodium: 919.8mgPotassium: 449.5mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 1.3gVitamin A: 206.3IUVitamin C: 9.6mgCalcium: 48.7mgIron: 1.5mg

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