Greek Style Chicken Plate with Tzatziki & Fries – Mediterranean Dinner Recipe
Make a Greek style chicken plate with tzatziki & fries for a Mediterranean dinner recipe that combines grilled chicken, creamy sauce, crispy fries, herbs, and wholesome ingredients.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
- Baking sheet (for fries)
- Sharp knife & cutting board
- Whisk (for tzatziki)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 4 medium potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for fries)
- 1 tsp dried rosemary or oregano
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated & drained
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pita bread, tomato slices, onion, and feta for serving
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Tzatziki: Grate cucumber, squeeze out excess water, then combine with yogurt, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. Chill until serving.
- Cook Fries: Toss potato strips with olive oil and rosemary. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Grill Chicken: Cook chicken on a grill pan or barbecue until charred and juicy (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Rest before slicing.
- Assemble Plate: Arrange fries, sliced chicken, tzatziki, pita, and salad on a plate. Garnish with feta and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Tip: Drain cucumber well for thick, creamy tzatziki.
- Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- Swap fries for sweet potato wedges for a healthier twist.
- Store chicken and tzatziki separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Warm pita bread before serving—it makes the plate feel extra authentic.