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Peruvian Inspired Grilled Chicken Thighs with Green Goddess Dressing – Healthyish Foods

Peruvian Inspired Grilled Chicken Thighs with Green Goddess Dressing

These Peruvian inspired grilled chicken thighs with green goddess dressing are perfect for cookouts, BBQ’s or any gathering. The chicken is marinated in olive oil, lime juice, honey, and the most delicious spice blend.
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Ingredients

Peruvian Chicken Thighs

  • 2 lbs. chicken thighs, boneless skinless, Smart Chicken
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, diced small, about 3 cloves
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Green Goddess Dressing

  • 1 cup 0% Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup basil
  • ¼ cup Italian parsley, packed
  • ¼ cup lime juice, fresh squeezed
  • 2 jalapenos, remove seeds and veins
  • 3-4 garlic cloves
  • ½-1 teaspoon salt
  • 2-3 tablespoons warm water

Equipment

  • 1 grill
  • 1 glass mixing bowl sealable
  • 1 small mixing bowl for dressing
  • 1 blender / food processor

Instructions 

Marinate the Chicken

  • Combine olive oil, fresh squeezed lime juice, honey, diced garlic, Dijon mustard, cumin, paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, salt and black pepper in a glass mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined. Add the chicken thighs and toss until they are well coated in the marinade. Cover with saran wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 4 hours.

Make the Green Goddess Dressing

  • Combine 0% Greek yogurt, fresh squeezed lime juice, fresh basil, fresh Italian parsley, garlic cloves, jalapenos, salt and warm water in a blender or food processor. Buzz until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Grill the Chicken

  • Preheat the grill to 400 degrees. Brush the grates with avocado oil to prevent the chicken from sticking. Add the marinated chicken thighs to the grill grates. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 170 degrees Fahrenheit. Total cooking time will be 12-14 minutes. Remove the chicken from the grill and add it to a platter. Top it with a drizzle of green goddess dressing, serve hot and enjoy.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1thigh with sauce, Calories: 256kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 25g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 109mg, Sodium: 423mg, Potassium: 401mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 596IU, Vitamin C: 15mg, Calcium: 68mg, Iron: 2mg