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Greek Chicken Skewers with Feta Fries Recipe

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This Greek Chicken Skewers with Feta Fries recipe offers a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal. Marinated chicken breasts are skewered and oven-baked with a blend of herbs, spices, and harissa sauce for a lightly charred, flavorful finish. Crispy oven-baked russet potato fries are tossed with garlic, cayenne, mixed herbs, toasted sesame seeds, and topped with crumbled feta cheese. Served with creamy Tzatziki and homemade garlic tahini sauces, this dish combines vibrant flavors and textures perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken Skewers

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1-3 tablespoons harissa sauce (or use hot sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
  • 1-2 cups Tzatziki sauce
  • 1/2 cup garlic tahini (recipe in notes)

Feta Fries

  • 4 russet potatoes, cut into ¼-inch-thick matchsticks
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup mixed herbs – dill, basil, parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, chopped shallots, garlic, dried oregano, chipotle chili powder, honey, harissa sauce, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken breast chunks to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for at least 10 minutes if time allows to deepen the flavors.
  3. Preheat Oven: Set the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C) to prepare for baking the chicken and fries.
  4. Skewer the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, distributing evenly.
  5. Bake Chicken Skewers: Place the skewers on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and has a slight char.
  6. Prepare Fries: Toss the cut russet potato matchsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of black pepper to coat well.
  7. Bake Fries – First Side: Spread the potatoes in an even layer on a large sheet pan and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Flip and Bake Fries – Second Side: Flip the fries to ensure even cooking and bake for an additional 15 minutes until crisp and golden.
  9. Mix Herb Topping: In a bowl, combine chopped dill, basil, parsley, lemon zest, grated garlic, toasted sesame seeds, and crumbled feta cheese.
  10. Toss Fries with Herb Mixture: On the sheet pan, toss the baked fries with the feta herb mixture, then season lightly with salt to taste.
  11. Serve: Plate the chicken skewers alongside the feta fries. Serve with Tzatziki sauce and garlic tahini on the side for dipping. Enjoy your meal!

Notes

  • Garlic Tahini: To make garlic tahini, blend 1/2 cup tahini, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1-2 cloves grated garlic, and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Add more water if necessary to thin the sauce. Season to taste with salt.
  • You can adjust the amount of harissa sauce to your preferred spice level, starting from 1 tablespoon up to 3 tablespoons.
  • Allowing the chicken to marinate longer than 10 minutes (up to a few hours in the fridge) will enhance flavor further.
  • Use fresh herbs in the fries topping for best flavor and aroma.
  • Ensure to cut the potatoes uniformly for even baking and crispiness.

Find it online: https://recipesbyliza.com/greek-chicken-skewers-with-feta-fries-recipe/