Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken
Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken is an easy, healthy grilling recipe with chicken thighs marinated in Greek yogurt, lemon, garlic, and fresh basil
Equipment
- Grill
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or 4 chicken breasts)
- 1 5.3 ounce container plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
- 6 to 7 cloves garlic minced
- kosher salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, all purpose seasoning blend of choice (optional)
Instructions
- Put the chicken in a bowl (or gallon size plastic bag) and add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, basil, garlic, kosher salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and seasoning blend (if using). Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Marinate in the fridge for several hours or over night.
- Preheat the grill to medium for a few minutes. Grill the chicken for 10 to 12 minutes total, flipping a few times.Note: I recommend well oiled grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Serve as is, on buns as chicken sandwiches, or on a salad.