5 from 48 votes
Green Goddess Chicken (2 Ways)
Green Goddess Chicken uses boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in a creamy tahini-based green goddess dressing. The chicken is seasoned, slitted to improve marinade absorption, and can be cooked stovetop in olive oil for a flavorful and moist result. The green goddess dressing adds herbal tang and creaminess. It pairs well with roasted vegetables, potato salad, or pasta salad.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings:
6
people
Calories:
2011 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 Green Goddess Dressing follow this recipe (you can use tahini or Greek yogurt
- 6 to 8 chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- kosher salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Make the tahini green goddess dressing according to this recipe.
- Pat the chicken dry and using a small but sharp knife, make a few slits on both sides of each chicken thigh. Season on both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Put the chicken in a large bowl and pour about ½ to ¾ cup of the green goddess dressing on top. Using a pair of tongs, toss to make sure the chicken is well-coated in the dressing. Keep the rest of the green goddess dressing in the fridge for later use.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours or up to overnight. If you don’t have the time, even 30 minutes of marinating will make a difference.
- Stovetop cooking option: In a large skillet, heat about 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Using a pair of tongs, arrange the chicken in one single layer in the heated pan (it helps give the chicken pieces a gentle shake in the bowl so that they release any excess marinade before adding them to the hot skillet). Cook for one side for about 5 minutes or until a crispy golden brown crust forms, then turn over and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and its juices run clear.
- Grill option: To cook the chicken on the grill instead, heat your grill to medium-high, and carefully oil the grates. Arrange the chicken in one single layer over direct heat and cook for 5 minutes on one side, then turn over and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes or until the chicken is well-charred and cooked through.
- To serve, arrange the chicken on a platter and add more of the reserved green goddess dressing on top.
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Notes
- Make slits in chicken thighs to help the marinade penetrate and enhance flavor.
- Marinate the chicken from 30 minutes up to overnight for best results.
- Use a cast iron or nonstick skillet for cooking, noting the marinade might stick slightly in cast iron.
- Dinner pairings include potato salad, pasta salad, roasted vegetables, Brussels sprouts, or asparagus.
- The green goddess dressing can be prepared days ahead and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- For chicken breasts, butterfly and slice into cutlets and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F after resting.
Nutrition Information
Calories
201.1kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
4.8g
(2%)
Protein
24.2g
(48%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3.6g
(18%)
Cholesterol
107.4mg
(36%)
Sodium
207.9mg
(9%)
Potassium
418.9mg
(9%)
Fiber
1.4g
(6%)
Vitamin A
965.7IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
22.4mg
(25%)
Calcium
46.4mg
(5%)
Iron
2.1mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2011
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201.1kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8g | 2% |
| Protein | 24.2g | 48% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.6g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 107.4mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 207.9mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 418.9mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 965.7IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 22.4mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 46.4mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.