Description
A flavorful blend of spices and juicy chicken, served with creamy garlic sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Yogurt
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Tahini
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat chicken thighs in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat Your Grill or Oven: Heat the grill to medium-high or preheat the oven to broil with a lined baking sheet.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill for 6-7 minutes per side or broil for 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and Slice: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes and then slice into thin strips.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Whisk tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt together, adjusting the consistency with water.
Notes
Serve in warm pita or with a fresh salad for a complete meal. Ideal for meal prep and leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
