Harissa Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

  • Category Main Dish / Poultry / Grill

  • Servings 4

  • Prep Time 15 minutes

  • Marinate Time 1 hour

  • Cook Time 20 minutes

Intro

Juicy chicken thighs get tenderized and infused with harissa flavor in a creamy yogurt marinade. Grilling caramelizes the spices and creates a moist, flavorful result perfect for wraps or dinner plates.

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Moroccan harissa spice
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken
    Combine yogurt, harissa, lemon juice, garlic, salt & pepper. Toss chicken to coat; refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat grill
    Medium-high heat.
  3. Grill thighs
    Oil the grill. Cook thighs 8–10 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
  4. Rest & serve
    Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions
Serve with warm pita, pickled veggies, and herb yogurt sauce.

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