ππ―π This Greek Creamy Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes & Rice drizzled in a balsamic-honey yogurt sauce is a meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy chicken, golden roasted potatoes, and fluffy rice come together in a balanced, satisfying dish. The finishing touch? A tangy, sweet sauce that takes it all to the next level. ππΏ
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 3β4)
π Greek Creamy Garlic Chicken
β’ 1Β½ lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
β’ 2 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ Β½ tsp garlic powder
β’ 1 tsp smoked paprika
β’ Β½ tsp salt
β’ Β½ tsp black pepper
β’ 1 cup Greek yogurt (for the creamy finish)
π₯ Roasted Potatoes
β’ 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ Β½ tsp garlic powder
β’ Β½ tsp dried oregano
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
π Rice Base
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ Optional: a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish πΏ
π₯£ Balsamic-Honey Yogurt Sauce
β’ Β½ cup Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
β’ 1 tsp honey π―
β’ 1 tsp lemon juice π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Instructions
1. Roast the Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C).
β’ Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
β’ Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25β30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
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2. Cook the Rice
β’ While potatoes roast, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
β’ Keep warm.
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3. Prepare the Chicken
β’ Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
β’ Add chicken, sprinkle with oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
β’ Cook for 4β5 minutes on each side until browned and fully cooked.
β’ Reduce heat to low and stir in the Greek yogurt. Simmer gently for 2 minutes until creamy.
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4. Make the Balsamic-Honey Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, balsamic vinegar, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
β’ Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess as needed.
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5. Assemble the Dish
β’ On each plate, serve a scoop of rice, a portion of roasted potatoes, and creamy garlic chicken.
β’ Drizzle with the balsamic-honey yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of oregano.
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β¨ Creamy, herby, and delightfully tangyβthis meal is a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece!
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