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Garlic Chicken & Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Pesto Sauce is a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired meal. Juicy garlic-oregano chicken slices, crispy herb-roasted potatoes, and fragrant garlic-herb rice are elevated by a creamy basil pesto yogurt sauce, making it both comforting and fresh. π§β¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Garlic-Oregano Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Herb-Roasted Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Garlic-Herb Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
β’ Salt to taste
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π₯£ Creamy Basil Pesto Yogurt Sauce
β’ ΒΌ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 2 tbsp prepared basil pesto
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ Juice of Β½ lemon π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Garnish
β’ 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
β’ Lemon wedges for serving π
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π₯ Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
β’ Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
β’ Add chicken slices, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
β’ Cook until golden and fully cooked, about 3β4 minutes per side.
β’ Keep warm.
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2. Roast the Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
β’ Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, oregano, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
β’ Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20β25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
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3. Prepare the Garlic-Herb Rice
β’ Heat butter or olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
β’ Add garlic and sautΓ© until fragrant, about 1 minute.
β’ Stir in cooked rice and parsley, if using.
β’ Toss until evenly coated and keep warm.
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4. Make the Creamy Pesto Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, basil pesto, garlic, and lemon juice.
β’ Stir until smooth.
β’ Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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5. Assemble the Plate
β’ Serve garlic-herb rice as the base.
β’ Add garlic-oregano chicken slices and roasted potatoes.
β’ Drizzle generously with creamy basil pesto yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with fresh basil and a wedge of lemon.
β’ Serve immediately.
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β¨ A simple, vibrant dish packed with Mediterranean flavor.
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