06/04/2026
Smoky Herb Grilled Chicken with Crispy Fries 🍗🍟🌿
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken leg quarters
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large potatoes, cut into fries
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
For the Herb Yogurt Sauce:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the chicken leg quarters and coat thoroughly with the marinade.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) or prepare a grill over medium-high heat.
5. Arrange the chicken on a baking tray and roast for 40-45 minutes, or grill for 35-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked.
6. While the chicken cooks, soak the potato fries in cold water for 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
7. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the potatoes in batches until golden and crisp, about 6-8 minutes per batch.
8. Transfer the fries to paper towels and season lightly with salt.
9. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
10. Sprinkle the cooked chicken with freshly chopped parsley.
11. Arrange the grilled chicken, crispy fries, sliced red onion, and tomato slices on serving plates.
12. Serve with the chilled herb yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.
13. Enjoy immediately while the fries are hot and the chicken is juicy and flavorful.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Kcal: 720 kcal | Servings: 4 servings