Description
This spicy yogurt marinated chicken with dill feta cream and crispy baby potatoes recipe is packed with bold flavors, juicy textures, and creamy contrasts. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this Mediterranean-inspired dish combines tender chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, and a tangy whipped feta sauce. Ideal for anyone looking for a flavorful chicken dinner with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
1½ lbs chicken thighs
1 cup Greek yogurt
3 cloves garlic, grated
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1½ lbs baby potatoes
¾ cup feta cheese
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2–3 tbsp heavy cream or plain yogurt
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
2. Add chicken thighs and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Halve baby potatoes, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a baking sheet.
4. Roast potatoes for 25–30 minutes or until crispy and golden.
5. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and charred. Let rest before slicing.
6. In a food processor or blender, blend feta, cream or yogurt, and fresh dill until smooth and creamy.
7. Spread dill feta cream on plates. Add sliced chicken and crispy potatoes on top. Garnish with more fresh dill and serve warm.
Notes
This dish tastes even better after marinating overnight.
If using chicken breasts, pound them evenly for best results.
Heavy cream gives a richer feta sauce, but plain yogurt keeps it lighter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasted & Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg