Grilled Greek Chicken Tenders & Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Grilled Greek Chicken Tenders paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce. This dish is not only flavorful but also healthy and easy to prepare for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- Chicken Tenders
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Juice
- Garlic (3-4 cloves, minced)
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Thyme
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat)
- Garlic (minced or grated)
- Lemon Juice (fresh squeeze)
- Fresh Dill or Mint (or both, chopped finely)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- First, trim off any excess fat from the chicken tenders and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the trimmed chicken tenders to the bowl with the marinade, tossing until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 to 4 hours.
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by combining the plain Greek yogurt, finely minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and chosen herbs in another bowl.
- Stir the sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper, then cover and refrigerate.
- Preheat the outdoor grill to medium-high heat about 15-20 minutes before grilling.
- Clean the grill grates and lightly oil them to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place them on the hot grill in a single layer.
- Grill the chicken tenders for about 2-3 minutes per side, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a clean plate or cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve the warm grilled chicken tenders immediately with generous dollops of the chilled garlic yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Don't over-marinate the chicken due to the acidity of lemon juice. Pat the chicken dry for better searing and ensure the grill is at medium-high heat for optimal cooking.