Grilled lemon garlic chicken thighs with herbs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of lemon, garlic, and herbs creates a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover chicken thighs, and it can be easily customized to your own liking.
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LEMON AND GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS
Marinate chicken thighs in lemon, garlic and fresh oregano to make a great weeknight meal.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare an outdoor grill for medium heat.
- Whisk the oil, oregano, lemon zest and juice and garlic in a large bowl. Add the chicken, toss to coat and set aside for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Lightly oil the grill grates and grill the chicken, skin-side down, until lightly charred, 2 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Cover the grill and cook until no longer pink near the bone and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the deepest part of each chicken thigh reads 165 degrees F, about 5 more minutes. Transfer to a platter and rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Serve with a green salad.
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LEMON AND HERB MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine the lemon juice and zest, chopped herbs, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 1/2 cup of olive oil. Whisk to combine.
- Place the chicken thighs in a wide flat dish so they are in a single layer. Add the herb mixture. Massage the thighs to coat with the herb mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Note: If doing a quick marinade, leave the chicken out of the fridge for up to 1 hour.
- Preheat grill. Brush and oil the grill to clean.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season the chicken generously with salt and drizzle with a little bit of fresh olive oil.
- Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around. Place the chicken, skin side down, on the preheated grill. Place the lemons, flesh side down, on the preheated grill. Grill the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes and then rotate the chicken 90 degrees to create the lovely crosshatch pattern. Grill the chicken for another 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the chicken over and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes. Check for doneness (the chicken should be well cooked). Check the lemon halves to see if they are beautifully caramelized. Turn over to grill on the bottom for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve the chicken with grilled lemon.
- Call yourself a superstar!
- March - Why We Love: Lemons
GRILLED LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN THIGHS WITH HERBS
With these grilled lemon-garlic chicken thighs, you can call yourself a superstar.
Provided by Burning Glove
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes
Time 8h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Zest and juice 4 lemons; reserve remaining 2 whole.
- Combine olive oil, lemon zest and juice, rosemary, sage, garlic, and crushed red pepper for marinade in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Place chicken thighs in a single layer in a wide, flat dish. Add the herb mixture and massage to coat. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season generously with salt and drizzle with olive oil.
- Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off of the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around.
- Place the chicken, skin side-down, on the preheated grill. Grill chicken for 3 to 4 minutes, then rotate 90 degrees to create a crosshatch pattern. Grill another 3 to 4 minutes, then turn and grill until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- At the same time, grill the lemons, flesh-side down, alongside the chicken, until caramelized. Flip over to grill on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with grilled chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 82.3 mg
LEMON-GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN
Such a simple mix of herbs adds so much tasty flavor to this yummy chicken. You can either through it on the grill or bake it.-Donna Leuw, Calgary, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet: This will help the chicken thighs to develop a beautiful crust and prevent them from sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: Give the chicken thighs enough space so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken thighs over medium heat: This will help them to cook through without burning.
- Baste the chicken thighs with the lemon-garlic-herb butter frequently: This will help them to stay moist and flavorful.
- Serve the chicken thighs immediately: They are best enjoyed hot off the grill.
Conclusion:
These grilled lemon-garlic chicken thighs with herbs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer cookout. The chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-garlic-herb butter adds a bright and zesty touch. Serve them with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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