Mediterranean Diet Grilled Meat with Caramelized Onions
Elevate your grilling game with this Mediterranean Diet Grilled Meat with Caramelized Onions recipe, featuring succulent chicken thighs and tender lamb chops infused with a vibrant marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfectly grilled and topped with rich, balsamic honey-glazed caramelized onions, this dish seamlessly blends smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors for a truly balanced and satisfying meal. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and the depth of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like rosemary and thyme, this recipe is ideal for a flavorful weeknight dinner or your next backyard barbecue. Serve with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables for a wholesome and irresistible meal steeped in Mediterranean goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless
- 4 pieces Lamb chops
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 pieces Red onions, large
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add chicken thighs and lamb chops to the marinade. Ensure the meat is fully coated, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight for best flavor).
Thinly slice the red onions.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and start to brown.
Reduce heat to low, add balsamic vinegar and honey to the onions, and continue to cook for another 10 minutes until the onions are caramelized. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the marinated meats from the refrigerator, allowing them to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Place the chicken thighs and lamb chops on the preheated grill. Cook the chicken thighs for about 6 minutes per side and the lamb chops for approximately 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking times to your desired level of doneness.
Once cooked, remove the meats from the grill and let them rest for about 5 minutes.
Serve the grilled meats topped with caramelized onions. Enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 243.1 g | 312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.7 g | 414% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 932 mg | 311% | |
| Sodium | 3149 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 224.2 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3143 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
