Garlic Grilled chicken, Greek Style!

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits, while white vinegar is cost-effective.

tzatziki

🥗Healthier: yogurt dip

💰Cheaper: sour cream

A yogurt dip can be lighter, while sour cream is often cheaper.

In a mixing bowl, place 3 tbsp olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, juice of 2 lemons, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Mix well.

Cut chicken thighs in half and smother into the marinade mix. Coat each piece well, cover bowl, and leave to marinate in the fridge, 2 to 12 hours.

In a mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, minced garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt and freshly chopped dill. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Using a griddle or BBQ, grill the chicken pieces a few at a time (4 or 5 pieces) until nicely charred and caramelised on each side. If you have marinade juices left over, simply brush it on the chicken as it’s grilling using a pastry brush. Leave to rest on a hot plate for 10 minutes before serving.

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