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Grilled Greek Chicken is an easy summer main dish! Drumsticks marinated in lemon, oregano, garlic and then grilled to perfection.

I don’t know about you but I am always looking for new ways to prepare chicken. Because chicken, whether it’s brined and fried, made into a Chicken Pot Pie, or used in a Creamy Dill Chicken Salad, is always a crowd pleaser.

Take this Grilled Greek Chicken. You guys, gahh, this chicken! I’ve made it twice in in the last week. My family is obsessed. It’s light, yet so flavorful. The combination of Greek flavors of lemon, garlic and oregano seems so simple but it is so delicious. I just know it is going to be one of our favorites all summer long. One bite and I bet it will be yours too.

Let’s talk about what you’re going to need to make it:

Grilled Greek Chicken Ingredients:

CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS: Chicken drumsticks are hands down, our favorite cut of chicken. The kids like that they are so easy to hold. I like that don’t take too long to cook and are much more flavorful and juicy than chicken breasts. If you chose to use chicken breasts or thighs, keep in mind the cooking time will be different.
OLIVE OIL: I chose olive oil because it is used more often in Mediterranean cooking and works great in this recipe. You can use either regular olive oil or extra virgin.
GARLIC: Use lots of fresh garlic for the marinade. It adds so much flavor.
OREGANO: Dried oregano works great in this recipe and I usually always have it on hand. If you use fresh remember that one teaspoon dried is equal to 1 tablespoon of fresh.
LEMON: Lemon juice is going to add acidity and brightness to the marinade. The acidity will also help tenderize the chicken.
SALT AND PEPPER
PARSLEY: Optional but adds a bit of color for serving.

Step by Step Photos and Instructions:

One of my favorite things about this Grilled Greek Chicken recipe is how easy it is to make. With a simple technique for grilling the chicken, you can make sure that you have juicy chicken that is both cooked all the way through but and perfectly cooked on the outside without being burnt.

Make the marinade.

Toss the chicken in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Grill chicken over in direct heat for 30 minutes. Place on direct heat for 5 minutes to brown further.

STEP# 1: First you’re going to need to make the marinade for the chicken. To make the marinade simply whisk together extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and marinated the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour but you can marinate it up to overnight.
STEP #2: Preheat the to 400 degrees. Turn off one half of the grill so that you can cook the chicken over indirect heat. Place chicken on the side of the grill that is not on. Cook chicken for 15 minutes. Turn. Cook another 15 minutes.
STEP #3: Move chicken to cook over direct heat for 5 minutes or until browned to your liking and cooked through. A meat thermometer will reach 165 degrees when chicken is fully cooked. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Storage and Leftovers:

Store leftover Grilled Greek Chicken in the refrigerator. It’s great cold or simply reheat in a 325 degree oven until warmed through. Use within a few days.

Recipe FAQ:

This Greek Grilled Chicken is great when served along side a simple salad dressed with Garlic Vinaigrette and Garlic Rice.

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