Braai Chicken Thighs with Mustard Marinade

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A South African braai staple elevated with an overnight wholegrain mustard and garlic marinade.

Ingredients

  • 8 Chicken thighs, skin on
  • 3 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 Cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • Fresh thyme and rosemary

Instructions

  1. Whisk mustard, garlic, lemon juice, oil, and herbs.
  2. Coat chicken thighs and marinate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
  3. Prepare your braai to medium heat.
  4. Grill chicken skin-side down first until crispy, then flip.
  5. Cook until juices run clear.

Braai Chicken Thighs with Mustard Marinade

⏱ 10 prep 🔥 cook 🍽️ 4 servings 📊

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Source Apr 16, 2026
Braai Chicken Thighs with Mustard Marinade
Prep: 10m Cook: 30m Serves: 4

by Anthony Vieira Da Cruz

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