Spicy Yogurt Chicken with Dill Feta Cream (Printable)

Tender spiced yogurt chicken with tangy dill feta cream and crispy baby potatoes

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1½ pounds chicken thighs or breasts
02 - ¾ cup Greek yogurt, full-fat recommended
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
05 - 2 teaspoons paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Dill Feta Cream

10 - ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles or capers, optional

→ Crispy Baby Potatoes

15 - 1½ pounds baby potatoes
16 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
17 - 1 teaspoon salt
18 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, chili powder, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours for optimal flavor penetration.
02 - Place baby potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for approximately 10 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well and pat dry completely.
03 - Toss the drained potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside while preparing the chicken.
04 - Preheat grill or large skillet to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and nicely charred. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Choose your method: sauté in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 10–15 minutes, turning until golden and crispy, or roast at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
06 - Mash feta in a bowl. Stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, and optional pickles or capers until smooth and creamy.
07 - Slice rested chicken and arrange on plates. Top generously with dill feta cream. Serve alongside crispy potatoes. Garnish with additional dill or lemon zest if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The yogurt marinade keeps the chicken impossibly juicy even after high heat grilling
  • That dill feta cream is basically a sauce you want to put on everything
  • Ready in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
02 -
  • Dont skip the chicken resting period or all those juices will run out on the cutting board
  • The feta cream tastes better after sitting for 10 minutes so the flavors meld
  • Really dry your potatoes before crisping or they will steam instead of crunch
03 -
  • Use room temperature yogurt so the marinade blends smoothly
  • Score the chicken lightly if using thicker breasts to help the marinade penetrate
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