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This Garlic Chicken & Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Tomato-Basil Sauce is a cozy, flavor-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Juicy herb-seasoned chicken, golden roasted garlic potatoes, and zesty lemon-infused rice come together, all drizzled with a luscious roasted tomato-basil garlic yogurt sauce. π§β¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Garlic Herb Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Roasted Garlic Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried rosemary
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Lemon Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯£ Creamy Tomato-Basil Sauce
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 2 tbsp roasted tomato puree or paste
β’ 1 tsp garlic powder π§
β’ 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or Β½ tsp dried basil)
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Marinate & Grill the Chicken
β’ Mix garlic, olive oil, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
β’ Coat the chicken breasts with the mixture and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
β’ Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5β6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
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, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
β’ Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20β25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
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3. Cook the Lemon Rice
β’ Toss warm cooked rice with olive oil, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
β’ Keep warm.
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4. Make the Tomato-Basil Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, roasted tomato puree, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
β’ Add water a teaspoon at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
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5. Assemble the Plate
β’ Serve the grilled chicken with the roasted garlic potatoes on the side.
β’ Add a portion of lemon rice.
β’ Drizzle the creamy tomato-basil garlic yogurt sauce over the chicken or the entire plate.
β’ Garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.
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β¨ A creamy, comforting meal with bright and bold flavors.
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