Name: Greek Garlic Chicken with Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped; ½ tsp dried thyme; Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste; 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped; Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste; 8 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves; ¼ cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp fig jam (or finely chopped dried figs); Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with Greek Garlic Chicken paired with Rosemary Roasted Potatoes. This delightful dish features succulent chicken marinated in garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection, and served alongside crispy potatoes infused with aromatic rosemary.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
8 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup heavy cream
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp fig jam (or finely chopped dried figs)
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Marinate chicken slices in olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
Grill the marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and toss potato cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper; roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
Prepare the mushroom basil pesto by sautéing chopped mushrooms and garlic in olive oil before blending them with basil leaves and cream until smooth.
To make the fig-balsamic glaze, simmer balsamic vinegar and fig jam in a small saucepan until thickened.
Serve the grilled chicken over the crispy potatoes topped with creamy pesto sauce and a drizzle of fig-balsamic glaze.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling, Roasting
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 375g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, allow the chicken to marinate overnight. Feel free to customize by adding seasonal vegetables to the roasting pan. To enhance crispiness, ensure potatoes are cut evenly and not overcrowded on the baking sheet.