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Spicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken

Spicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken: A Flavorful Home Feast

Spicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken delivers a flavorful experience with tender chicken, creamy dill feta cream, and crispy potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs Retains moisture and flavor during cooking
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use Greek yogurt for thickness
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Essential for robust flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Swap for smoked paprika for a unique twist
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust based on your spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
For the Crispy Baby Potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs Baby Potatoes Halved for even roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps achieve crispiness
For the Dill Feta Cream
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Use dairy-free feta for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill, chopped Add fresh herbal flavor
  • 1/3 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for thickness
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Lemon Juice for Sauce Elevates flavor balance
  • 1 tablespoon Water or Olive Oil for Blending Helps achieve desired sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • cast iron skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  2. Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and halve baby potatoes. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the Potatoes: Roast potatoes for about 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken thighs and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Make the Dill Feta Cream: Blend feta cheese, chopped dill, sour cream, lemon juice, and water or olive oil until smooth.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Plate chicken alongside crispy potatoes. Drizzle with dill feta sauce and garnish with extra chopped dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and adjust spice levels to taste.

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