🌶️🌿🐔🥔🧀🥑🍄 Spicy Greek Hot Honey Chicken & Garlic Parmesan Potatoes with Avocado Mushroom Pesto
Yields: 2-3 servings
Prep time: 25 minutes (plus chicken marinating time)
Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Ingredients:
🐔🌿🌶️🍯 Greek Herb-Marinated Grilled Chicken Glazed with Spicy Hot Honey:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into ½-inch thick cutlets or strips
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped 🌿 (or 1 tsp dried)
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
¼ cup hot honey 🍯🌶️ (store-bought or mix honey with your favorite hot sauce)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 🍋
🥔🧀🧄 Crispy Parmesan Garlic Potatoes:
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🥑🍄🧀🌿 Creamy Twist: Creamy Avocado-Mushroom Pesto Sauce with Melted Mozzarella:
1 tbsp olive oil
6 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled 🥑
¼ cup fresh basil leaves 🌿
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀 (for sauce)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀 (for topping)
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat in the pesto
Instructions:
Prepare Crispy Parmesan Garlic Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
In a large bowl, toss potato cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 3 cloves minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, tender, and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Marinate & Grill Chicken Glazed with Spicy Hot Honey:
While potatoes roast, in a bowl, toss chicken slices with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Grill or sauté chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in hot honey and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened (about 1-2 minutes). Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the glaze. Keep warm.
Prepare Creamy Avocado-Mushroom Pesto Sauce:
In a separate medium skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook until mushrooms are softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the cooked mushrooms and garlic to a food processor or blender. Add the ripe avocado, fresh basil leaves, and optional red pepper flakes. Pulse until a rough pesto forms.
Add 1 ½ cups heavy cream to the food processor and blend until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
Pour the blended sauce back into the skillet. Stir in ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm over very low heat.
Assemble & Serve:
Reduce the heat of the sauce skillet to low. Add the hot honey Greek garlic chicken to the sauce and stir to coat.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the chicken and sauce in the skillet. Cover the skillet and let it melt for a few minutes until gooey and bubbly. (Alternatively, you can transfer to an oven-safe serving dish and place under a broiler for 1 minute for a golden top, watching carefully.)
Divide the crispy garlic Parmesan potatoes among plates or bowls.
Spoon the cheesy, saucy Spicy Greek Hot Honey Chicken Alfredo mixture generously over the potatoes. Serve immediately and enjoy this truly magnificent meal!
Tips for Success:
Avocado Ripeness: Ensure the avocado is perfectly ripe for the smoothest and creamiest sauce texture.
Hot Honey Adjustment: Adjust the amount of hot honey on the chicken to your preference for sweetness and spice.
Chicken Crispy Factor: Ensure chicken is cooked through but remains juicy. The initial dredging helps create a nice crust.
Potato Crispiness: Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet when roasting potatoes for maximum crispiness.
Sauce Consistency: If the Alfredo sauce seems too thick, thin it with a splash of warm water or chicken broth until it reaches your desired consistency.
Enjoy this bold and incredibly satisfying fusion meal!