Spicy Yogurt Chicken Dill Feta (Printable)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ For the 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

→ For the 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

→ For the Crispy Baby Potatoes

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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, chili powder, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
02 - Place the baby potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain and pat dry.
03 - Toss the drained potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside until ready to crisp.
04 - Preheat a grill or large skillet to medium-high heat. Grill or sear the marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F and nicely charred. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - While the chicken cooks, crisp the baby potatoes by either sautéing in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally until golden, or roasting in a preheated oven at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
06 - Mash the 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 - Serve the grilled chicken topped generously with dill feta cream. Arrange crispy potatoes on the side. Garnish with extra dill or lemon zest if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The yogurt marinade keeps the chicken ridiculously tender while building incredible flavor in just 30 minutes
  • That dill feta cream is the kind of sauce youll want to put on everything, I even caught my husband eating it with a spoon
02 -
  • The yogurt marinade can make the chicken appear pinkish even when fully cooked, so always rely on a meat thermometer rather than color
  • Patting the boiled potatoes completely dry before crisping is the secret to getting them actually crispy instead of just chewy
03 -
  • Let the chicken come to room temperature for 20 minutes before grilling for more even cooking
  • If using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness so they cook through without drying out
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