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Easy Mediterranean Chicken (Video)

Transform chicken thighs into Mediterranean magic! Marinate in Greek yogurt, spices, and citrus for a burst of flavor in every bite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 421 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Marinade

  • 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons dill freshly chopped
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 garlic cloves diced
  • 1 shallot finely chopped

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Use the Food Chopper to chop shallot and the Garlic Prep Tool to dice garlic.
  • In a medium bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients. Add in the chicken, turning to fully coat each piece. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 – 12 hours.
    2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin, ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons dill, 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1¾ teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 5 garlic cloves, 1 shallot
  • Remove chicken from marinade; discard any marinade left. Heat oil in 12" (30-cm) Signature Nonstick Skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is shimmering, add chicken. Cook for 5-6 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 6-7 minutes, or until the juices are clear.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Serve immediately, topped with more freshly chopped dill, if desired.

Notes

Serve immediately, topped with more freshly chopped dill, if desired.
This dish goes well with the Roasted Dill Potatoes with Tzatziki.

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 50gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 218mgSodium: 1264mgPotassium: 751mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 734IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 103mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chicken, mediterranean
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