Grilled Chicken Thighs with Greek Marinade

Name: Grilled Chicken Thighs with Greek Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 3 h 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 to 2 pounds of chicken thighs (bone-in {you can use boneless}); 1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil; 2 lemons juiced and zest of 1 of the lemons; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 4 garlic cloves (minced); 2 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Garnish with fresh parsley and a slice of lemon

Grilled Chicken Thighs with Greek Marinade is the perfect summer grilling recipe.

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total3 hr 40 min
Makes4 servings
Calories468

Ingredients

4 servings

1.5 to 2 pounds of chicken thighs (bone-in {you can use boneless})
1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
2 lemons juiced and zest of 1 of the lemons
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
4 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish with fresh parsley and a slice of lemon

Method

1
In a medium bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, oregano, parsley, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Place the marinade in a large ziploack bag or a large tuperrware container. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Seal or cover the chicken thighs and refrigerate for up to 4 hours or overnight.
2
When ready to grill pull the chicken out for 30 minutes before grilling.
3
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush oil on the grill to prevent sticking.
4
Place the chicken thighs on the grill skin side down for 6-8 minutes, flipping to the other side and then grilling an additional 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
5
Remove the chicken and let rest for 5- 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and a lemon slice.

Notes

The marinade works well on any meat--steak {only marinade for an hour or so but not overnight because of the lemon}, lamb or seafood. You can also use chicken breasts or bone-less thighs.

Per serving

Carbs8 g
Protein34 g
Fat34 g
Fiber2 g

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