Tahini Chicken Recipe

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This marinated tahini chicken breast features the most delicious lemon-infused sauce that turns grilled chicken into a flavor-packed summer dinner!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Marinating Time1

Total Time1 30

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Servings:

Calories: 469kcal

In a large shallow bowl, whisk together the salt, paprika, onion powder, oregano, tahini, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic.
1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon oregano, ⅓ cup tahini, 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 cloves garlic

Reserve ½ of the marinade to use later as a sauce.

Add the chicken to the bowl and coat entirely in the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 10 hours.
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Heat the oil in a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Once heated, add the chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden browned with char marks on the outside, and the internal temperature reaches 165℉.
2 tablespoons olive oil
Drizzle the reserved tahini sauce over the top. Top with fresh parsley.
chopped fresh parsley

*Use thinly-sliced chicken breasts to ensure quick and even cooking. If using thicker chicken breasts, slice them in half to make cutlets.

Becky's Top Tips:

For the best flavor, marinate chicken for at least 1 hour. It can marinate for up to 10 hours in the fridge -- any longer and it may turn mushy.
This chicken can be cooked on an outdoor grill or on the stovetop.
Fully preheat the grill or pan to medium-high, and use cooking oil to prevent burning.
Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking.
Tahini chicken can be served with veggies, in wraps, or in a grain bowl.

Storage: Store tahini chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days, or in the freezer for 3 months.