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Green Goddess Chicken Thighs Recipe

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Green Goddess Chicken Thighs are tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant and creamy herb-packed sauce made with Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and lemon juice. Grilled to perfection, this dish offers a fresh, tangy, and savory flavor that pairs beautifully with the creamy dressing reserved for serving.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Green Goddess Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups lightly packed fresh herbs (such as parsley, tarragon, chives)
  • 3 green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ lemons, juiced

Protein

  • 1½ to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

  1. Make the Green Goddess Sauce: Add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, fresh herbs, green onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and lemon juice to a food processor or blender. Blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  2. Reserve Half the Sauce: Transfer half of the blended green goddess sauce (about 1 cup) to an airtight container, cover, and refrigerate until serving time. This will be used as a dressing later.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place the remaining half of the green goddess sauce in a container or resealable bag. Add the chicken thighs and toss well to ensure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
  4. Preheat the Grill: About 10 minutes before cooking, preheat your grill to medium-high heat to get a nice sear on the chicken.
  5. Grill the Chicken – First Side: Place the marinated chicken thighs onto the hot grill. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to develop grill marks and lock in juices.
  6. Flip and Continue Cooking: Turn the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 5 minutes on the second side.
  7. Final Flip and Cook Through: Flip the chicken a final time and cook for another 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165ºF. For best texture and flavor, aim for 175ºF to 180ºF.
  8. Rest the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and transfer to a plate. Cover loosely with foil and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  9. Serve: Plate the chicken thighs and serve with the reserved green goddess dressing for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for more intense flavor and tenderness.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness without drying out the chicken.
  • This recipe works well with other herbs like cilantro or basil if preferred.
  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are preferred for even cooking and ease of grilling, but bone-in can also be used with adjusted cooking time.
  • The extra green goddess sauce can be used as a dip for vegetables or salad dressing.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/green-goddess-chicken-thighs-recipe/