Description
A flavorful escape to the Mediterranean with juicy grilled chicken thighs marinated in garlic, lemon, and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
- Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure they are well-coated and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade.
- Grill the chicken thighs skin side down for about 7-8 minutes until golden brown. Flip and grill for another 7-8 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a Greek salad, garnished with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
Notes
This dish can be made gluten-free and is easily adaptable for various dietary needs. Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg