Greek Chicken Thighs

by Gina Grad
Grain Free Comfort Food

If you’re looking for something savory and tangy and bright and comforting, look no further than these chicken thighs!

Ingredients
3 lbs boneless chicken thighs

For the Marinade
1 cup full fat Greek yogurt
½ cup olive oil
zest of 1 ½ lemons
juice of ½ lemon
7 cloves garlic, minced
3 ½ tbsps Greek seasoning
1 ½ tsps Kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper

For the Garnish
6 oz crumbled or cubed feta
1 cup mozzarrella
6 oz of cherry tomatoes, halved
Greek olives (optional)

Directions
Pre-heat oven to 425ºF.
Combine all marinade ingredients in large mixing bowl, tasting and adjusting as you go.
Put chicken thighs in large zip plastic back and pour in marinade, making sure everything is well-coated.
Let marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to overnight. (I say the longer, the better if possible.)v Place contents, including extra marinade into oven safe skillet or casserole dish.
Bake for 25-45 minutes depending on your oven. (Internal chicken temp MUST be at least 165 degrees.)
Take out of oven and add feta, mozzarella and tomato.
Put in broiler for a crispy, caramelized finish, checking every 20-30 seconds so it doesn’t burn.
Let cool for 10-15 minutes and serve with your favorite veggie side dish! (I suggest roasted asparagus tossed with olive oil, salt and pepper!).
You can also have a Greek rice side — plain rice tossed with a little olive oil and lemon juice, salt & pepper.

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