🥥 Rich, creamy, and bursting with bold flavors, this Greek Coconut Curry Chicken & Crispy Potatoes dish offers a unique fusion of Mediterranean spices and tropical vibes. Greek-spiced chicken thighs are glazed in a luscious coconut curry sauce and paired with golden herb-roasted potatoes and fragrant coconut rice. A creamy coconut-curry yogurt drizzle ties it all together, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. 🍋✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Greek Coconut Curry Chicken
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• Juice of ½ lemon 🍋
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🥔 Herb-Roasted Potatoes
• 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🍚 Fragrant Coconut Rice
• 1½ cups cooked jasmine rice
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste
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🥣 Creamy Coconut-Curry Yogurt Drizzle
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp coconut milk
• 1 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tsp lemon juice 🍋
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Water (to thin, if needed)
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🔥 Instructions
1. Marinate & Cook the Chicken
• In a small bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
• Coat chicken thighs and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Reduce heat and add coconut milk, red curry paste, honey (if using), and lemon juice to the skillet.
• Simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
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2. Prepare the Roasted Potatoes
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
• Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
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3. Cook the Coconut Rice
• Heat cooked rice in a saucepan with coconut milk and a pinch of salt.
• Stir gently over low heat until the coconut milk is absorbed and the rice is fragrant.
• Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
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4. Make the Coconut-Curry Yogurt Drizzle
• In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, coconut milk, red curry paste, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Add water a teaspoon at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
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5. Assemble the Plate
• Serve chicken thighs alongside crispy herb-roasted potatoes and fragrant coconut rice.
• Drizzle generously with creamy coconut-curry yogurt sauce.
• Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of lemon zest for added brightness.
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✨ A unique, creamy dish that blends Mediterranean spices and tropical flavors in a deliciously comforting way.
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