Middle Eastern-Inspired Chicken with Tahini Sauce

Name: Middle Eastern-Inspired Chicken with Tahini Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 garlic cloves, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cardamom pods, lightly crushed; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Four 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breasts; 1/4 cup tahini paste; 1 tablespoon canola oil, for brushing

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, whisk 1 cup of the yogurt with the cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, two-thirds of the minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, the cardamom and cayenne.
2
Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
4
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the tahini paste with the remaining minced garlic and 3 tablespoons each of yogurt and lemon juice.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Light a grill or heat a grill pan.
7
Brush the grill grates or the pan with the canola oil.
8
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess.
9
Grill the chicken breasts over moderate heat, turning once, until they are browned and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
10
Transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes.
11
Slice the chicken into strips and serve with the tahini sauce.

211

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup cider vinegar, 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Middle Eastern-Inspired Chicken with Tahini Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!