π Light, creamy, and brimming with Mediterranean flavors, this Creamy Lemon-Herb Greek Chicken with Parmesan Roasted Potatoes is the perfect comfort dish. Tender, juicy chicken is covered in a tangy lemon-herb sauce, paired with crispy parmesan-garlic potatoes and fragrant dill-infused rice pilaf. A rich, tangy lemon-herb yogurt drizzle completes the dish, adding a creamy twist that ties all the flavors together. π§β¨
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π§Ύ Ingredients (Serves 2β3)
π Greek-Herb Chicken
β’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp dried oregano
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp lemon juice π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯ Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
β’ 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ ΒΌ cup grated Parmesan cheese
β’ 1 clove garlic, minced π§
β’ 1 tsp dried parsley or rosemary
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π Dill-Infused Rice Pilaf
β’ 1Β½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
β’ 1 tbsp olive oil
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
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π₯£ Lemon-Herb Yogurt Drizzle
β’ Β½ cup plain Greek yogurt
β’ 1 tbsp lemon juice π
β’ 1 tsp lemon zest π
β’ 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
β’ Salt & pepper to taste
β’ Water (to thin if needed)
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π₯ Instructions
1. Marinate & Cook 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, Parmesan, 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. Prepare the Rice Pilaf
β’ Fluff warm cooked rice with olive oil, lemon zest, dill, and a pinch of salt.
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4. Make the Lemon-Herb Yogurt Sauce
β’ In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, 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 alongside Parmesan roasted potatoes and dill-infused rice pilaf.
β’ Drizzle generously with the creamy lemon-herb yogurt sauce.
β’ Garnish with fresh dill, a sprinkle of lemon zest, or extra Parmesan for added flavor.
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β¨ A creamy, vibrant dish thatβs quick to make and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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