Description
This Spicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken is tender, juicy, and full of flavor, served with a creamy dill feta sauce and crispy baby potatoes—a perfect family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs or breasts
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles or capers (optional)
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
- Grill or bake the marinated chicken until cooked through, about 20–25 minutes depending on thickness.
- In a small bowl, combine feta, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, and pickles/capers if using to make the dill feta cream sauce.
- Serve chicken with roasted potatoes and drizzle with dill feta cream. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for extra flavor.
- Use Yukon Gold or baby red potatoes for best texture.
- Adjust chili powder for desired spiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Marinating & Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean