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21) Honey Garlic Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Thighs (tenderized)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • lb bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (6 small thighs)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for roasting
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika optional

Method
 

  1. Pat thighs dry and gently score or tenderize with a fork for better marinade penetration.
  2. Whisk yogurt, honey, garlic, lemon, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Coat chicken thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate 2–12 hours; overnight gives best tenderness.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange thighs on a foil-lined sheet, brush with olive oil, sprinkle paprika.
  5. Roast 25–30 minutes until internal temp reads 165°F and skin is golden; broil 1–2 minutes if needed.
  6. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.