MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN + DILL GREEK YOGURT SAUCE

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
Serve with a side of the dill Greek yogurt dip you prepared earlier!
To complete this light meal, add Greek potatoes or pita bread and a salad like Fattoush Salad.

NOTES
Recommended for this recipe: All-natural ground Paprika, All-Spice, Cardamom, and Nutmeg.
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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.
To be sure the chicken is done, your thermometer, testing the thickest part of the chicken, should register 165 degrees F.

You can use chicken breasts if you prefer, adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Nutrition Facts

Serves 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 172
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.8g 20%
Trans Fat 0g
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g 4%
Sugars 4g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin A 2%Vitamin C 10%Calcium 20%Iron 20%Magnesium 10%Potassium 10%Zinc 4%Phosphorus 12%Thiamin (B1) 5%Riboflavin (B2) 10%Niacin (B3) 2%Vitamin B6 11%Folic Acid (B9) 2%Vitamin B12 6%Vitamin K 1%


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