Grilled Mediterranean Chicken

Name: Grilled Mediterranean Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 3 h 17 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt; ½ cup lemon juice; ¼ cup olive oil; 4 garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons paprika; 1 ½ tablespoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 cup Italian parsley; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken breast

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating Time (Inactive Time)
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 17 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
579 kcal
Course
Dinner
Cuisine
Mediterranean

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken

Griffin Phillips

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This Grilled Mediterranean Chicken is a perfectly juicy, super flavorful chicken recipe that is easy to throw together on a weeknight. Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, with sweet and fruity paprika, tangy and smooth yogurt, bold and peppery oregano, fresh parsley, lemon, and lots of garlic, this chicken dish has been on repeat lately in my house. I like to serve it with fluffy pita, a fresh Israeli salad, and creamy hummus.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 cup Greek yogurt
½ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves peeled, grated or finely minced
3 tablespoons paprika
1 ½ tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 cup Italian parsley roughly chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 pounds boneless and skinless chicken breast

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and dried oregano. Reserve ¼ to ½ cup of the marinade for brushing on later. Nestle the chicken breasts into the sauce, turning to coat all over. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate for 3 hours in the fridge.
Preheat your grill to medium (around 375 degrees F) for around 10 minutes. Place the chicken breasts on the pan, shaking off excess sauce into the bowl before placing, and grill with the lid on for 6 to 9 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
While the chicken is cooking, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it’s warmed through and the color darkens.
Remove the breasts from the grill and place them in a clean bowl and place a plate over the top. Let it rest for 10 minutes then brush on the reserved marinade before slicing and serving. I like to serve my chicken with fluffy pita, a fresh Israeli salad, and creamy hummus.

Notes

Tips and Tricks:
You can also bake this in an oven preheated to 375 degrees F if you don’t have a grill, though you will not get those beautiful char marks.
You can make these into skewers if you prefer!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 579kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 50g (100%) Fat 38g (58%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 20g Trans Fat 0.003g Cholesterol 136mg (45%) Sodium 2795mg (116%) Potassium 1156mg (33%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 3880IU (78%) Vitamin C 33mg (37%) Calcium 140mg (14%) Iron 8mg (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 579 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	579kcal	29%
Carbohydrates	10g	3%
Protein	50g	100%
Fat	38g	58%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	3g	18%
Monounsaturated Fat	20g	100%
Trans Fat	0.003g	0%
Cholesterol	136mg	45%
Sodium	2795mg	116%
Potassium	1156mg	25%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	3880IU	78%
Vitamin C	33mg	37%
Calcium	140mg	14%
Iron	8mg	44%