Grilled Tarragon-Dijon Thighs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Grilled Tarragon-Dijon Thighs
45 min.
4
634kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your grilling game, look no further than these Grilled Tarragon-Dijon Thighs! This simple yet sophisticated dish captures the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors and tantalizing aromas. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or preparing a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

The star of this dish is the succulent chicken thighs, marinated in a delightful blend of Dijon mustard, fresh tarragon, zesty lime juice, and aromatic garlic. This marinade not only infuses the chicken with rich flavors but also ensures that every bite is juicy and tender. And the best part? This dish is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

  •  chicken thighs 
  • 0.3 cup dijon mustard 
  • teaspoon tarragon dried
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • slices garnish: lime 
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a shallow dish or heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add chicken. Cover or seal, and chill 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade.
  3. Grill chicken, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350 to 40
  4. to 10 minutes on each side or until done.
  5. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories634kcal
Protein23.84%
Fat73.5%
Carbs2.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49
Glycemic Load
0.41
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
18.133478237235%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.8mg
Hesperetin
3.39mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:633.92kcal
31.7%
Fat:51.65g
79.47%
Saturated Fat:12.04g
75.27%
Carbohydrates:4.2g
1.4%
Net Carbohydrates:3.28g
1.19%
Sugar:0.74g
0.82%
Cholesterol:221.48mg
73.83%
Sodium:346.46mg
15.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.7g
75.4%
Selenium:47.83µg
68.33%
Vitamin B3:10.67mg
53.35%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.37%
Phosphorus:380.93mg
38.09%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.11%
Vitamin B5:2.39mg
23.88%
Zinc:2.98mg
19.87%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.89%
Vitamin E:2.52mg
16.82%
Potassium:537.75mg
15.36%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.81%
Magnesium:54.63mg
13.66%
Vitamin K:13.62µg
12.97%
Iron:2.08mg
11.55%
Vitamin C:9.02mg
10.93%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.07%
Copper:0.14mg
7.2%
Vitamin A:217.01IU
4.34%
Calcium:40.36mg
4.04%
Fiber:0.93g
3.71%
Folate:12.84µg
3.21%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes