Grilled Chicken with Herby Creamy Sauce & Roasted Vegetables
This dish combines juicy grilled chicken, a refreshing herb-based creamy sauce, and perfectly roasted vegetables. The flavors are bright, Mediterranean-inspired, and balanced — smoky chicken, crisp-tender veggies, and a cool herby sauce to bring everything together.
⏱️ Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken
2 chicken breasts (or 3 small fillets)
1½ tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika (optional)
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp black pepper
¾ tsp salt
For the Herby Creamy Sauce
3 tbsp Greek yogurt (or low-fat yogurt)
1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for creaminess)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove grated
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
1 tbsp finely chopped dill or cilantro
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Roasted Vegetables
1 cup zucchini (sliced)
1 cup carrots (thin sticks or rounds)
1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
1 small red onion (sliced)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp mixed Italian herbs
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Coat chicken breasts well.
Let marinate for 10 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
2. Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill pan on medium-high.
Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until char marks appear and chicken is fully cooked.
Rest the chicken for 2 minutes before slicing.
3. Roast the Vegetables
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
Spread on a tray and roast 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden at edges.
4. Prepare the Herby Creamy Sauce
Mix yogurt, mayo (optional), lemon juice, garlic, parsley, dill/cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Whisk until smooth.
Thin with 1 tsp water if needed.
5. Assemble the Plate
Slice the grilled chicken.
Add a generous serving of roasted vegetables.
Drizzle the creamy herb sauce over the chicken.
Top with extra herbs if desired.
Tips
For extra juiciness: butterfly the chicken or pound it slightly before grilling.
Make it spicy by adding chili flakes (optional).
Swap vegetables: potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, or eggplant all work.
Add grains (quinoa, couscous, brown rice) to make it a complete bowl.
️ Serving Suggestions
Serve as a healthy dinner or meal prep lunch.
Pair with lemon rice or garlic couscous.
Add hummus on the side for Mediterranean vibes.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350–420
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 20–25g
Fat: 15–18g
Fiber: 5–6g