Greek Marinated Chicken with Tzatziki Sauce
Enjoy tender, flavorful Greek marinated chicken served with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce, perfect for a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon lemon (juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ({optional})
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely grated cucumber
- 1/2 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- ΒΌ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons chopped dill
- 2 teaspoons chopped mint (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with olive oil, lemon, garlic, herbs, spices, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill the chicken over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Prepare the tzatziki by mixing cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, dill, and mint. Refrigerate until serving.
- Serve the grilled chicken with a dollop of tzatziki and enjoy.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor, but longer marination enhances taste.