Yassa (Chicken with Onions and Lemon)

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs
• 2 large Onions
• 1/2 cup Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Mustard
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 1 tbsp Spices (ginger, thyme, bay leaf)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Slice the 2 large onions thinly. Mince the 4 cloves garlic. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced onions, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 2 tbsp mustard, minced garlic, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp spices, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir everything together until well mixed.
2. 2Add the 1.5 lbs chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Use your hands or a spoon to coat each piece of chicken thoroughly. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid.
3. 3Place the covered bowl in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours. For the best flavor, marinate overnight.
4. 4Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium heat. This is about 350-400°F (175-200°C). Make sure the grill grates are clean.
5. 5Carefully remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken on the preheated grill. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes per side. The chicken is done when it is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
6. 6While the chicken is grilling, you can place the onions from the marinade onto the grill as well, to soften and char slightly. Grill them for a few minutes per side until tender and lightly browned.
7. 7Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps keep the chicken juicy. Serve the chicken warm, topped with the grilled onions.

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