30-MINUTE GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH WATERMELON AND FETA SALAD
A few time-saving techniques make a complete grilled chicken dinner doable in under a half hour: Grating the garlic is faster than chopping it with a knife, and adds more garlicky flavor to the dish. Massaging the marinade into the chicken works its flavors into the meat, cutting down on marinating time. And you can make the sweet-and-savory watermelon salad while the chicken marinates.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium heat.
- Put the grated garlic into a large resealable bag. Add 1/4 cup oil, the lemon zest and juice, oregano and the chicken. Seal the bag tightly and use your hands to vigorously massage the marinade into the chicken, making sure that the chicken is evenly coated. Marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Meanwhile, remove the rind from the watermelon, cut the flesh into 1-inch cubes and put it in a large bowl. (You should have about 6 cups total.) Quarter the cucumber lengthwise and cut it into 1-inch pieces. Place on top of the watermelon in the mixing bowl. Cut the feta into 1/2-inch cubes, put on top of the cucumber and top with the olives. (Do not mix yet.) Set aside.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a plate. Lightly oil the grill grates. Sprinkle the chicken liberally with salt and pepper and place the pieces skin-side down on the grill, leaving some space between the pieces. Cook until the skin is lightly charred and releases itself from the grill, about 2 minutes. Rotate the chicken about 90 degrees so that the skin won't burn and cook another 2 minutes. Flip and cook 5 minutes longer. Cover the grill and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of each thigh registers 165 degrees F, about 5 more minutes. Transfer to a platter and rest for at least 5 minutes.
- While the chicken rests, brush the cut sides of the baguette halves with 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the bread cut-side down on the grill until lightly charred and warmed through, about 2 minutes. Halve the remaining garlic clove and lightly rub the cut sides of the garlic onto the hot bread. Halve each piece of baguette.
- Scatter most of the mint over the watermelon mixture. Add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and a large pinch of salt and pepper and gently stir to combine. Divide the watermelon salad, chicken and bread among 4 large dinner plates. Garnish with the remaining mint.
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Brennen Orrick
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken. Do you think this recipe would work with baked chicken?
Yessica ASales
[email protected]This recipe looks great! I'm going to make it for my next dinner party.
dennis madore
[email protected]I'm allergic to watermelon. Is there a substitute that I can use?
Ntsakiso Ntsakelo
[email protected]This recipe is very similar to one that I already make. I'm not sure if it's worth trying a new one.
MD JuYeL RaNa MD JuYeL RaNa
[email protected]I'm not sure about the watermelon in this recipe. I think I'll leave it out.
technical Qaisrani
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Oscar Neal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken was overcooked. I would recommend cooking it for less time next time.
Bg Shivam
[email protected]This dish was a little bland for my taste. I would add more seasoning next time.
Shree Narayana Rana
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it.
rehenaakta eva
[email protected]This was a delicious and healthy meal. I will definitely be making it again.
Kai Walker
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely recommend it.
Connor Gardner
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of watermelon, but this salad was surprisingly good! The chicken was also cooked perfectly.
Peggie Phillips
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and the salad was light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.
rose daniella
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salad was so refreshing. I will definitely be adding this to my regular recipe rotation.
BijAy Newar
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the watermelon and feta salad was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.