Mediterranean Grilled Chicken + Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce

The perfect grilled chicken recipe, prepared Mediterranean-style! The secret is in the marinade with lots of great Mediterranean spices. The dill Greek yogurt sauce is a must-have! I like to serve this grilled chicken with a few Mediterranean sides and salads (see suggestions below!)

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken + Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes

Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

  For 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.

Recipe Notes

1. Recommended for this Recipe: Our Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil (from organically grown and processed Koroneiki olives!)
2. Recommended for this recipe: All-natural ground Paprika, All-Spice, Cardamom, and Nutmeg.
3. SAVE! Create your own 6-pack of spices here Or try our Ultimate Mediterranean Spice Bundle.
4. Visit our store to browse our spices, olive oils and bundles!
5. The dill Greek yogurt sauce will keep well overnight, but you may have to discard any extra moisture that shows up on top. Give it a quick stir before serving.
6. To be sure the chicken is done, your thermometer, testing the thickest part of the chicken, should register 165 degrees F.
7. You can use chicken breasts if you prefer, adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Notes

Recipe source: themediterraneandish

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