Recipe: Marinated Chicken

During the summer in Israel, it is common to find the grill on and loaded with delicious food. Marinated dark chicken meat is a favorite for grilling because it is juicy and tender.  When the days are hot, grilled chicken is a light protein source as well. Enjoy this quick and easy recipe that everyone will love.

2 lbs. (1 kilo) dark chicken meat [boneless thighs, drumsticks or pargiyot (Hebrew for young chicken)]
To make the marinade, thoroughly combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup wine vinegar
¼ cup soy sauce
Lemon juice (from one large lemon)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro and/or parsley
2 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon sweet paprika (or ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper if you prefer a little heat)
½ teaspoon pepper ground

Pour the marinade over a single layer of chicken and cover overnight in the refrigerator (minimum of 4 hours).

Cook on the grill or bake at 325°F (140°C) for about 30 minutes until the chicken is browned on both sides and juice runs clear.

Sprinkle the cooked chicken with fresh herbs and serve over grilled vegetables and rice.