YOGURT-MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN

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This easy, fresh-tasting yogurt marinade helps the chicken stay juicy even if it gets a little overcooked.

Provided by yumster

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon jarred minced garlic
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 ½ pounds chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Mix Greek yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, cumin, cayenne, and pepper together in a large bowl. Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag; cover with yogurt mixture.
  • Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator, 3 to 8 hours.
  • Bring chicken to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Pour off marinade.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until grill marks form, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 490.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Antonnio Woodson
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and marinated them for about 4 hours. I then grilled them over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side.


Ahsan Rasheed
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the guests loved it. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Jonathan Kuje
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your chicken. The yogurt marinade helps to keep the chicken moist and tender, and the spices give it a delicious flavor. I grilled the chicken over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side, and it was


Ayana Singh
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is so flavorful and juicy. I usually marinate it for at least 24 hours, but even a few hours will do. I've grilled it, baked it, and even pan-fried it, and it's always delicious.


Louise aron
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and marinated them for about 4 hours. I then grilled them over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side. The chicken was cooked perfectly and was very juicy.


Ben Flaws
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the guests loved it. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Shillah Qays
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your chicken. The yogurt marinade helps to keep the chicken moist and tender, and the spices give it a delicious flavor. I grilled the chicken over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side, and it was


Asia Turner
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is so flavorful and juicy. I usually marinate it for at least 24 hours, but even a few hours will do. I've grilled it, baked it, and even pan-fried it, and it's always delicious.


HP Creation
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and marinated them for about 4 hours. I then grilled them over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side. The chicken was cooked perfectly and was very juicy.


Kashaba Rossen
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the guests loved it. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


atani davis
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your chicken. The yogurt marinade helps to keep the chicken moist and tender, and the spices give it a delicious flavor. I grilled the chicken over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side, and it was


Md Ali Kaysar Pintu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is so flavorful and juicy. I usually marinate it for at least 24 hours, but even a few hours will do. I've grilled it, baked it, and even pan-fried it, and it's always delicious.


Alexis Mason
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and marinated them for about 4 hours. I then grilled them over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side. The chicken was cooked perfectly and was very juicy. The yogurt marinade gave


Sanu Gautam
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and the yogurt marinade gave it a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Seraphim Boerding
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy. I marinated it for 24 hours and grilled it over medium heat. It was perfect.