Description
This Grilled Potatoes with Creamy Chicken Sauce recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring smoky, tender grilled potatoes paired with juicy marinated chicken, all drizzled in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. Itโs an easy and delicious homemade recipe perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Grilled Potatoes:
- 1 lb small potatoes (fingerling, baby Yukon Gold, or red potatoes), halved or quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary or thyme
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine all chicken marinade ingredients and mix well.
- Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
- Cook the Potatoes:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs (if using).
- Grill in a grill basket or directly on the grates for 15-20 minutes, flipping occasionally, until tender and grill marks appear.
- Grill the Chicken:
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
- Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF/74ยฐC).
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Simmer for a few minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Arrange grilled potatoes on a serving platter.
- Top with grilled chicken.
- Drizzle creamy sauce over the dish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Alternative Cooking Methods: Roast potatoes in the oven at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 20-25 minutes if grilling isnโt an option.
- Chicken Options: Bake or pan-fry chicken instead of grilling.
- Thicker Sauce: For a thicker sauce, add a slurry of 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water.
- Vegetable Additions: Grill bell peppers, onions, or zucchini for extra flavor and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg