π Bright, creamy, and packed with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Chicken Piccata with Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce is a delicious twist on a classic dish. Golden pan-seared Greek herb chicken is served in a creamy garlic-lemon piccata sauce, alongside crispy lemon-rosemary potatoes and garlic-spinach infused rice. A creamy lemon dill yogurt sauce drizzle brings the perfect finishing touch to this vibrant, satisfying meal. πΏβ¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Greek Herb Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
β’ 2 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ Juice of Β½ lemon π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Lemon-Rosemary Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried rosemary
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Garlic-Spinach Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
β’ Salt to taste
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π Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tbsp lemon juice π
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
β’ In a small bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
β’ Coat chicken and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
β’ Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4β5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
β’ Remove from skillet and set aside.
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2. Prepare the Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
β’ Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
β’ Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20β25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
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3. Cook the Rice
β’ Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
β’ Add garlic and sautΓ© until fragrant, about 1 minute.
β’ Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
β’ Mix in cooked rice and season with salt.
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4. Make the Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce
β’ In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and pepper.
β’ Add water a teaspoon at a time until the sauce reaches a creamy, drizzleable consistency.
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5. Assemble the Plate
β’ Serve the chicken atop garlic-spinach rice, alongside lemon-rosemary potatoes.
β’ Drizzle generously with the creamy lemon dill yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with extra dill or a sprinkle of lemon zest, if desired.
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β¨ A fresh, flavorful dish thatβs light, creamy, and bursting with citrus and herb goodness.
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