Grilled Greek-Style Chicken
Ingredients List
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6 cloves garlic (or more to taste), crushed or very finely minced
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2 tablespoons dried oregano
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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½ cup lemon juice
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¼ cup olive oil
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1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
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6 chicken leg quarters
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1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, and vinegar until well combined.
Make two shallow slashes on the skin side of the chicken thighs, down to the bone, and one in the leg section of each leg quarter. This helps the marinade penetrate and speeds up cooking on the grill. Generously season both sides of the chicken with kosher salt. Place the chicken in the marinade bowl, ensuring it's well-coated on all sides. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 12 hours to marinate.
Transfer the marinated chicken to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to allow any excess marinade to drain off.
Place the chicken leg quarters on the grill, skin side down, over indirect heat (avoid high direct heat to ensure even cooking and prevent the skin from burning). Grill for 6-7 minutes, then flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes. Continue turning and cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), about 8 to 10 more minutes. Serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Chef John
Cooking Tip
This dish is bursting with flavor on its own, so a sauce isn’t necessary. However, a squeeze of fresh lemon or a spicy yogurt dip can add a nice touch. Simply mix a bit of lemon juice into thick Greek yogurt, add some hot sauce, and you’ve got a delicious condiment to complement the chicken.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 449 | Calories |
| 30g | Fat |
| 5g | Carbs |
| 40g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 449 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 30g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol 140mg | 47% |
| Sodium 134mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 15% |
| Calcium 53mg | 4% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 422mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5