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Healthy Mediterranean Grilled Chicken

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Healthy Mediterranean Grilled Chicken features juicy, spice-marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, herb-packed dill Greek sauce. Bright, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep or summer grilling.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • Dill Greek Sauce:
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup fresh dill, stems removed and coarsely chopped
  • 1 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • For the Grilled Chicken:
  • 3 teaspoons garlic paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon + pinch ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
  • 5 tablespoons avocado oil (divided)
  • 8 boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Add minced garlic, dill, sour cream, avocado oil, lemon juice, and pepper flakes (if using) to a food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt if needed, cover, and refrigerate.
  2. In a small bowl, mix garlic paste, spices, seasoning salt, and 3 tablespoons avocado oil. Pat chicken dry and rub mixture evenly over thighs.
  3. In a large dish, combine sliced onions, lemon juice, and remaining avocado oil. Add seasoned chicken and toss to coat.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 5 minutes, flip, and grill another 3–5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Serve with chilled dill Greek sauce.

Notes

  • Marinate overnight for even deeper flavor.
  • Great served with pita, rice, or a fresh cucumber salad.
  • Store leftover sauce refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grill
  • Cuisine: Medititerranean