ππ― Bright, sweet, and tangy, this Greek Chicken & Crispy Potatoes with Orange-Honey Dijon Sauce is a flavor-packed Mediterranean-inspired dish. Crispy lemon-herb grilled chicken, golden roasted potatoes tossed with garlic and oregano, and zesty lemon-herb rice come together perfectly. The creamy orange-honey Dijon Greek yogurt sauce adds a vibrant and creamy finish to every bite. πβ¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ Juice of Β½ lemon π
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Garlic-Oregano 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’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Lemon-Herb 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 Orange-Honey Dijon Sauce
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tbsp orange juice π
β’ 1 tsp orange zest π
β’ 1 tsp honey π―
β’ 1 tsp Dijon mustard
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 until fully cooked.
β’ Let rest before slicing into strips.
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2. Roast the Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
β’ Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic, oregano, 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 Lemon-Herb Rice
β’ Toss warm cooked rice with olive oil, lemon zest, parsley, and a pinch of salt.
β’ Set aside and keep warm.
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4. Make the Orange-Honey Dijon Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, orange juice, orange zest, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
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 the grilled chicken over the lemon-herb rice, with roasted potatoes on the side.
β’ Drizzle generously with the creamy orange-honey Dijon sauce.
β’ Garnish with extra parsley, dill, or a sprinkle of orange zest for added brightness.
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β¨ A flavorful, balanced dish that brings together sweet citrus notes, creamy textures, and savory Greek flavors.
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