Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Thighs

Name: Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 490 min
Total time: 510 min
Yield: 10 Portionen
Ingredients: 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt; 1 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 3.5 pounds chicken thighs

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Cook Time

8 h 30 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Prep Time

20 Min

Description

This yogurt-marinated chicken is a flavorful and easy dish perfect for grilling season. The combination of Greek yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, and spices creates a tender and juicy chicken with a slightly tangy and spicy kick. I've been making this recipe for years, and it's always a hit at barbecues and potlucks. The marinade tenderizes the chicken beautifully, and the grilling gives it a lovely smoky flavor. It's also great for meal prepping – just grill a batch on Sunday and enjoy it in salads or wraps throughout the week. This recipe is perfect for a summer gathering or a casual weeknight dinner.

Ingredients (9 ingredients)

1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp ground black pepper
3.5 pounds chicken thighs

Preparation (4 steps)

Prepare the marinade

Thermomix® Setting

20 sec/Speed 3

Add 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper to the mixing bowl. Mix for 20 Sec./Stufe 3 until well combined.

Marinate the chicken

Place 3 ½ pounds chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag; cover with the yogurt mixture. Ensure the chicken is fully coated. Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator for 3 to 8 hours.

Prepare for grilling

Bring chicken to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Pour off the marinade.

Grill the chicken

Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until grill marks form, about 5 minutes per side. Ensure the chicken is cooked through.