MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED CHICKEN + DILL GREEK YOGURT SAUCE

INGREDIENTS
FOR THE DILL GREEK YOGURT SAUCE:

1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup chopped fresh dill, stems removed
1 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon or lime
Pinch cayenne pepper, optional
Salt, if needed
FOR THE GRILLED CHICKEN:
10 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground green cardamom
Salt and pepper
5 tbsp olive oil, divided
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 medium size red onion, sliced
Juice of 1–2 lemons

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First make the dill Greek yogurt sauce. Combine the minced garlic, fresh dill, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and cayenne pepper in a food processor. Run the food processor until all the ingredients are well blended and a smooth thick sauce or dip develops. Test and add salt if needed. Transfer to a small bowl or container, cover and refrigerate.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, spices and 3 tbsp olive oil. Pat the chicken thighs dry and rub each with the garlic-spice mixture.
3. Place the spiced chicken thighs in a large dish on a bed of sliced red onions with lemon juice and the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
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