π₯π A fresh, creamy take on Mediterranean comfort food, this Greek Chicken & Crispy Garlic Potatoes with Creamy Avocado Sauce is a vibrant and satisfying meal. Herb-marinated chicken, crispy garlic-roasted potatoes, and fragrant herbed lemon rice come together under a smooth avocado-garlic yogurt sauce for the ultimate creamy twist. πΏβ¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Herb-Marinated Grilled Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
β’ 1 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₯ Garlic-Roasted Crispy Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried parsley or rosemary
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Herbed Lemon Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯£ Creamy Avocado-Garlic Sauce
β’ 1 ripe avocado
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tbsp lemon juice π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin, if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Prepare & Grill the Chicken
β’ In a 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 grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5β6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
β’ Set aside.
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2. Roast the Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
β’ Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic, parsley or rosemary, 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’ In a bowl, fluff cooked rice with olive oil, lemon zest, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Keep warm.
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4. Make the Avocado-Garlic Sauce
β’ In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
β’ Blend until smooth.
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 grilled chicken alongside crispy potatoes and herbed lemon rice.
β’ Drizzle generously with the creamy avocado-garlic yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of lemon zest, if desired.
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β¨ A balanced, flavorful dish with creamy, herby, and bright notes in every bite.
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