Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken recipe features tender and flavorful boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a tangy and herbaceous mixture of Greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic, lemon, and spices. Grilled to perfection, this dish offers juicy, smoky chicken ideal for healthy weeknight dinners or summer BBQs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (including minimum marinating time)
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 8 to 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 to 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 shallot, minced
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Setting the chicken aside ensures the marinade will properly adhere to the meat.
- Make the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh dill, minced shallot, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Mix well to create a thick, flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for maximum flavor penetration and tenderizing effect.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to a medium-high temperature of around 400°F (204°C). This will give the chicken a nice sear while cooking through evenly.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill over direct heat. Discard any leftover marinade. Grill for 8 to 10 minutes total, flipping the thighs halfway through cooking to ensure even charring and doneness. Keep the grill lid closed between flips to maintain heat.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the grilled chicken from the heat and let it rest for at least 5 minutes, tented loosely with foil. Resting allows juices to redistribute for moist and tender chicken.
Notes
- You can also cook this marinated chicken on the stovetop or in an air fryer if a grill isn’t available. Check the blog for alternative cooking methods.
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight but a minimum of 1 hour will still yield delicious results.
- Resting the chicken after grilling helps keep it juicy.
- This recipe pairs well with grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
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