Description
This Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce is a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender chicken strips marinated in fragrant spices and cooked to perfection in a skillet. The creamy white sauce made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and fresh herbs adds a tangy and luscious finish, making it perfect served over warm pita, rice, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Creamy White Sauce
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
To Serve (Optional)
- Warm pita bread or cooked rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together to evenly coat the chicken. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if possible, to allow the flavors to develop.
- Prepare the Creamy White Sauce: In another bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary to get a balanced tangy and creamy sauce.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is browned on the outside and cooked through with no pink remaining inside.
- Serve: Plate the cooked chicken hot and generously drizzle the creamy white sauce over the top. Optionally, serve it alongside warm pita bread, rice, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version of the sauce, substitute the mayonnaise with additional Greek yogurt.
- For a smokier flavor, try grilling the chicken instead of cooking in a skillet.
- This dish pairs excellently with couscous, roasted vegetables, or served over a bed of mixed greens.
