Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs

Name: Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 tsp Black Pepper; 4 cloves Garlic; 1 tsp Harissa; 1 tsp Herbes de Provence; 0.5 whole Lemon; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Paprika; 0.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt; 1 tsp Salt; 5 lb Whole Chicken

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Greek 🇬🇷 High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Sugar-Free Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free Halal 🕌

Greek Yogurt–Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Herbs delivers juicy, tender pieces with a tangy yogurt base, bright lemon, and aromatic herbs balanced by smoky paprika. The grill adds a crisp, charred finish, while a cool harissa-lemon yogurt sauce brings gentle heat and creaminess. Ideal for summer cookouts or a relaxed weekend dinner with salads and flatbreads.

Prep15 mins
Cook35 mins
Serves6
DifficultyMedium

1

Assemble all the ingredients.
2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, paprika, herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper.
3

Pour the mixture into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and stir to coat. Press out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
4

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. For the sauce, stir together the yogurt, lemon juice, and harissa in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
5

Transfer the chicken to a plate or a baking sheet lined with paper towels, and discard the marinade. Pat the chicken dry with additional paper towels. Season with a pinch of salt.
6

Grill the chicken, skin-side down, on the preheated grill for 2 minutes. Flip each piece and move it to indirect heat.
7

Keep grilling with the lid down, turning often, until well browned and the meat is no longer pink in the center, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
8

Serve the chicken with the sauce on the side.