Charcoal Chicken Lebanese Recipe - Farrouj Meshwi

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive and remain juicy when grilled.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper while still providing good cooking properties.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

sumac

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon zest provides a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

Prepare the marinade by mixing a splash of olive oil, minced garlic, juice from half a lemon, and the spice mix in a bowl.

Clean the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.

Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it gets under the skin.

Cover the chicken and marinate for a while.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off.

Place the chicken on the grill and cook until browned.

Flip the chicken and grill until cooked through and juices run clear.

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest before carving.

Serve with your choice of sides.

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