Spicy Yogurt Chicken with Dill Feta (Printable)

Juicy spiced yogurt chicken meets tangy dill feta cream alongside crispy golden potatoes for a bold, comforting meal perfect for any night.

# What You 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
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

→ Crispy Baby Potatoes

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

# How-To:

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 or up to 4 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
02 - Place baby potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook approximately 10 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well and pat dry completely.
03 - Toss drained potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside until ready to crisp.
04 - Preheat grill or large skillet to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and nicely charred. Transfer to plate and rest 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Sauté potatoes in hot skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy, approximately 10–15 minutes. Alternatively, 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 pickles or capers until smooth and creamy.
07 - Arrange sliced grilled chicken on plates. Top generously with dill feta cream. Serve with crispy potatoes on the side. Garnish with additional dill or lemon zest if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The yogurt marinade creates the most succulent chicken you will ever taste, practically guaranteeing you will never make dry chicken again
  • That dill feta cream is addictive enough to eat with a spoon, and suddenly makes everything on your plate taste better
  • The crispy potatoes cook alongside everything else, meaning you get a complete meal with surprisingly minimal cleanup
02 -
  • The yogurt marinade might look curdled after marinating, but this is completely normal and will not affect the final taste
  • Do not skip resting the chicken after grilling, or you will lose all those precious juices when you cut into it
03 -
  • Pound your chicken to an even thickness before marinating, so everything finishes cooking at the same time
  • Save a tablespoon of the dill feta cream and stir it into the cooked potatoes just before serving for an incredible flavor boost
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