Description
A vibrant dish that brings together the warm, inviting flavors of the Middle East with juicy chicken thighs and a zesty marinade.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill over medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the grill. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for more flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg