Name: Grilled Chicken Thighs with Creamy Green Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless if preferred); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional); ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream); 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove; Juice of ½ lemon; ½ cup fresh parsley; ¼ cup fresh dill or basil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon honey (optional); 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Grilled Chicken Thighs with Creamy Green Herb Sauce is a flavorful, protein-packed dish featuring juicy, smoky chicken thighs paired with a refreshing yogurt-based herb sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or entertaining, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple ingredients and minimal prep. The tangy, herby sauce balances the savory grilled chicken, making it a versatile main course that pairs beautifully with fresh sides.

Ingredients

6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless if preferred)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

1 tablespoon mayonnaise

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 garlic clove

Juice of ½ lemon

½ cup fresh parsley

¼ cup fresh dill or basil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon honey (optional)

2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
In a food processor or blender, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, dill or basil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. Taste, adjust seasoning, and refrigerate until serving.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Place chicken skin-side down and grill for 6–7 minutes. Flip and grill another 6–7 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes.
Drizzle with herb sauce and garnish with green onion and parsley before serving.

Notes

Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
Swap chicken thighs for breasts, drumsticks, or even fish.
Add cilantro or mint to the sauce for a brighter flavor.
Make it dairy-free with coconut yogurt and vegan mayo.
For oven-roasting, cook at 425°F for 25–30 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 mins (plus marinating time)
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
Calories: 320
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 110mg