ππ§ Tangy, sweet, and perfectly herby, this Greek Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Potatoes dish is a comforting, Mediterranean-inspired meal. Tender chicken bites are glazed with a vibrant orange-honey garlic sauce, paired with golden Parmesan-roasted potatoes and fluffy dill-infused rice. A creamy citrus-infused Greek yogurt drizzle ties it all together for a dish thatβs as rich in flavor as it is satisfying. πΏβ¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Citrus-Glazed Chicken Bites
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 orange (zest and juice) π
β’ 1 tsp honey π―
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ ΒΌ cup grated Parmesan cheese
β’ 1 tsp dried parsley or thyme
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Fresh Dill Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill πΏ
β’ 1 tsp lemon juice π
β’ Salt to taste
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π₯£ Creamy Citrus-Infused Yogurt Sauce
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tsp orange zest π
β’ 1 tbsp orange juice π
β’ 1 tsp honey
β’ 1 tsp chopped fresh dill
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Prepare & Cook the Chicken Bites
β’ In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, orange zest, orange juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
β’ Coat chicken pieces in the mixture and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
β’ Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken bites for 3β4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
β’ Remove from heat and set aside.
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2. Prepare the Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
β’ Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
β’ Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, 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. Prepare the Dill Rice
β’ In a large bowl, fluff cooked rice with olive oil, chopped dill, and lemon juice.
β’ Season with salt and keep warm.
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4. Make the Citrus Yogurt Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, orange zest, orange juice, honey, dill, salt, and pepper.
β’ Add water a teaspoon at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
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5. Assemble the Plate
β’ Arrange citrus-glazed chicken bites alongside garlic Parmesan potatoes and dill rice.
β’ Drizzle generously with creamy citrus yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with extra dill or a sprinkle of orange zest for added brightness.
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β¨ A rich, creamy dish that perfectly balances sweet citrus notes with savory garlic and Parmesan flavors.
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