Description
Indulge in the vibrant Mediterranean flavors of Grilled Tahini Chicken, a dish that’s perfect for family dinners, barbecues, or meal prep. Marinated in a creamy tahini sauce infused with fresh herbs and spices, this chicken remains tender and juicy when grilled to perfection. With a quick preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a healthy, protein-packed meal that impresses both guests and family alike. Serve it alongside rice or crisp salads for a customizable dining experience that fits any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 1/2 cups water (2 cups if using brown rice)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (for rice)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for rice)
- Salt to taste (for rice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for rice)
Instructions
- In a glass measuring cup, whisk together tahini, olive oil, parsley, dill, water, lemon juice and zest, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to a freezer bag and pour in the marinade; seal and massage the bag to ensure even coating. Marinate for 1–4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400–425°F). Clean and oil the grates.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 4–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 112g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg