Sumac-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Lemon Garlic Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs marinated in a tangy lemon garlic sauce brightened by the citrusy zip of sumac. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp ground sumac
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp ground sumac, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to allow flavors to penetrate.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges have nice grill marks.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, resulting in tender, flavorful chicken bursting with sumac’s citrus tang.