Description
This Spicy Yogurt Marinated Chicken with Dill Feta Cream & Crispy Baby Potatoes brings together bold spice, tangy creaminess, and golden roasted comfort. The marinated chicken is seared to perfection, paired with crispy baby potatoes and topped with a luscious dill feta sauce that lifts every bite.
Ingredients
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup Greek yogurt (divided)
3 garlic cloves, grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice (divided)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or more Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (plus extra for garnish)
1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 grated garlic cloves, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon chopped dill. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and sear marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Optionally finish in the oven for 10 minutes.
4. For the dill feta cream, combine ½ cup Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 garlic clove (grated), mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon chopped dill in a food processor or bowl. Blend or whisk until smooth.
5. Serve chicken with a generous spoonful of dill feta cream and crispy baby potatoes. Garnish with extra dill and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
For extra crispiness, finish both chicken and potatoes under the broiler for 2 minutes.
Use a blender for an ultra-smooth dill feta cream or whisk by hand for a more rustic texture.
Double the sauce and store half for a vegetable dip or sandwich spread later in the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet + Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: spicy yogurt chicken, dill feta sauce, crispy baby potatoes