Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Creamy Dill Sauce

Bursting with aromatic herbs, zesty citrus, and savory spices, this dish is a celebration of vibrant flavors and succulent tenderness. This recipe is sure to transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with every delightful bite.

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Creamy Dill Sauce

Recipe by Courtney DayCourse: DinnerCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

14

minutes
Calories

271

kcal
Optional Marinate Time

2-4

hours

Ingredients

Directions

  • Make the Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce
  • Combine garlic, dill, yogurt, AOOC Wild Fernleaf Dill Olive Oil, AOOC Suyo Cucumber Balsamic and salt in a food processor and mix until well blended and smooth. Transfer to a new container, cover and refrigerate.
  • Make the Chicken
  • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, spices and 3 Tbsp AOOC Wild Fernleaf Dill Olive Oil. Pat your chicken thighs dry and brush them with the oil/spice mixture. Optional: Marinate the chicken for 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Cook the Chicken Thighs
  • Airfry: Preheat Airfryer to 400 degrees. Add chicken thighs and cook for 20-25 min, flipping halfway. (Chicken should reach 165 internal temp)
  • Oven: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place prepared baking sheet in oven and preheat to 400. Once oven reaches temperature, carefully add chicken thighs to baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve
  • Serve with your favorite rice and top with your Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce!
  • Tip: Toss together this quick and easy Cucumber Tomato Salad for the perfect veggie side for this Mediterranean meal!
  • Instructions for Meal Prep:
  • To use this recipe for meal prep: Cook your chicken according to this recipe and your favorite rice according to package instructions.
  • In your container, create a bed of rice and place your chicken on top. Make sure to keep your Dill Sauce in a separate container until time to serve, as it will make it soggy.
  • Refrigerate until ready to eat. Reheat in microwave for 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 minutes, or until warmed through. Top with sauce after warmed.

Notes

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