Spicy Chicken Breasts with Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these bold and flavorful Spicy Chicken Breasts with Tahini Yogurt Sauce! This recipe combines perfectly seasoned, oven-roasted chicken infused with smoky paprika, cumin, and a hint of cayenne heat, with a creamy, tangy tahini yogurt sauce that brings balance and brightness to every bite. The dish is quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, yet delivers gourmet-level taste thanks to the expertly paired spices and a luscious sauce made from Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Top it off with a touch of fresh mint for an optional but refreshing garnish and serve with your favorite side dishes for a meal that's as satisfying as it is versatile. Ideal for spice lovers, it's a perfect option for healthy dinners, meal prep, or even an impressive dinner party centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic clove, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then evenly coat them on both sides with the spice mixture.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the skillet and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, prepare the tahini yogurt sauce. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, grated garlic, chopped parsley, and hot water. Adjust the consistency with more hot water if needed and season with salt to taste.
Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve the chicken breasts drizzled with tahini yogurt sauce and garnish with chopped mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 637 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.5 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 2681.6 mg | 14898% | |
| Potassium | 615 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
