Grilled Chicken Plate with Fries, Greek Salad, Pita, and Tzatziki

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Grilled Chicken Bites

Ingredients

  • 700 g boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size chunks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chicken pieces and coat well.
  3. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes. For deeper flavor, marinate 2 to 4 hours in the fridge.
  4. Heat a grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook chicken for 8 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until nicely charred and fully cooked.
  6. Rest for 2 minutes before serving.

2) Crispy Fries

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Peel potatoes if desired, then cut into thin fries.
  2. Soak in cold water for 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. Drain and dry very well with a towel.
  4. Toss with cornstarch, salt, paprika, and pepper.
  5. Heat oil in a deep pan.
  6. Fry in batches for 4 to 5 minutes until pale and tender. Remove and rest 5 minutes.
  7. Fry a second time for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crisp.
  8. Sprinkle with a little extra salt.

Oven option

Bake at 220°C / 425°F with 2 to 3 tablespoons oil for 30 to 40 minutes, turning halfway.

3) Greek Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 small romaine lettuce or mixed lettuce, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced into rings
  • 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 8 to 10 olives, optional

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Arrange lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, and olives on a plate or bowl.
  2. Whisk dressing ingredients together.
  3. Drizzle over the salad just before serving.

4) Tzatziki Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup thick yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped dill or mint
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  2. Chill for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

5) Pita Bread

Ingredients

  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of oregano, optional

Instructions

  1. Warm pita in a dry pan, oven, or directly over a flame for a few seconds.
  2. Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle oregano if desired.
  3. Cut into triangles.

To Assemble

Add fries to one side of the plate. Arrange grilled chicken bites beside them. Add Greek salad on the other side. Serve with warm pita and a spoonful of tzatziki.

Extra Tips

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast.
  • Double-frying gives the crispiest fries.
  • Squeeze water from cucumber well for thick tzatziki.
  • Add a lemon wedge on the side for extra freshness.

Simple Serving Sauce Option

Mix:

  • 3 tablespoons mayo
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch of salt

This makes a quick creamy sauce for the fries and chicken.

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