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grilled greek-inspired chicken

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
Somewhere, TX

A flavorful and light way to grill chicken. Prep time does not include marinating time. Recipe is from Cooking Light Magazine.

(1 rating)
yield 4 -6
prep time 20 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Grill

Ingredients For grilled greek-inspired chicken

  • 6
    bone-in chicken breast halves (about 3 pounds)
  • 3 Tbsp
    rosemary-garlic rub (see below)
  • 6
    rosemary sprigs
  • 6
    thyme sprigs
  • 1/2 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • cooking spray
  • ROSEMARY-GARLIC RUB
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 Tbsp
    plain fat-free yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp
    grated lemon rind
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp
    minced fresh thyme
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 3
    garlic cloves, crushed

How To Make grilled greek-inspired chicken

  • 1
    Loosen skin from chicken by inserting fingers, gently pushing between skin and meat. Rub 3 tablespoons Rosemary-Garlic Rub evenly over breast meat. Place 1 rosemary sprig and 1 thyme sprig between the skinand meat of each breast half. Gently press skin to secure. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours.
  • 2
    Prepare grill. Sprinkle chicken with pepper. Place chicken, skin side down, on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 25 minutes or until done - turning occasionally. Discard skin before serving.
  • 3
    To make Rosemary-Garlic Rub: Combine all ingredients. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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