Inspired by Cilbir, I created a Türkiye chicken recipe that is so addictive that you will make it again and again. This healthy, high-protein chicken dish made with Greek yogurt sauce, topped with sautéed chicken and chili garlic butter is super filling with pita bread.
Turkish chicken
The idea for this dish comes from a popular Turkish dish called cilbir. It’s made with poached eggs served over a creamy yogurt sauce, drizzled with chili butter. This is one of my all-time favorite dishes to make for breakfast.
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I wanted to make a dish similar to that but more filling and high in protein so I could have it for lunch or dinner. That’s why this dish was born. I first shared this dish on my Instagram and everyone started asking for the recipe. So decided to share on the blog too.
About Türkiye Chicken (Chicken with Greek Yogurt)
Are you looking for a chicken dinner recipe that is easy and high in protein, then this is the answer. What I love most about this recipe is, you can make the chicken filling, yogurt sauce, garlic butter up to 3 days in advance. When served, simply reheat and enjoy.
Turkish Chicken literally translates to chicken with Greek yogurt. It has 3 components. Garlic-flavored green yogurt dip or dip, seasoned chicken stir-fry, and chili garlic butter. Together, this makes one of the most amazing dishes you’ll ever make. And surprisingly, the contents are very filling.
Turkish Chicken is made from boneless chicken breast sauteed with fresh ginger, garlic and spice powder until cooked. Greek yogurt sauce is made by mixing yogurt with garlic, herbs and lemon juice.
The spiced garlic chili butter makes this dish truly spectacular. You should enjoy it with kuboo or whole wheat pita.
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Ingredients
- Chicken – I used boneless chicken breast for this dish. It’s high in protein and stays super juicy even when fried.
- Herbs and spices – I use a combination of spice powders like chili powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder for the chicken.
- Ginger and Garlic – added to chicken to make it super flavorful. You can use paste or crush it yourself.
- Olive oil – Good quality olive oil adds to the taste of stir-fried fried chicken.
- Greek yogurt – Plain Greek yogurt makes the sauce super creamy, high in protein and delicious.
- Garlic – chopped garlic is added to butter when frying, grated garlic is added to yogurt sauce.
- Butter – use salted butter which makes the garlic butter spicy and tasty.
- Cumin Powder and Red Chili Flakes – added to butter to give flavor.
- Orange juice – I like to add lemon juice to chicken and yogurt sauce for a fresh taste.
- Coriander leaves – chopped fresh herbs add incredible flavor to the dish.
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1) Start by making the yogurt sauce. Take Greek yogurt, garlic, coriander leaves, salt in a bowl.
2)Add fresh lemon juice. This is purely taste.
3) Stir well until soft and thick. Set aside until ready to serve. You can store it in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
4)Now let’s cook the chicken. Heat olive oil in a pan, add ginger garlic paste and saute briefly until fragrant.
5)Add chili powder, cumin powder, black pepper powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala powder.
6) Saute for a few seconds until the spices are roasted.
7) Add chopped chicken, salt to the spices.
8) Saute for 6 to 8 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked.
9)Now finally add lemon juice and coriander leaves.
10) Mix well. Your stir-fried chicken is ready.
11)Now let’s make chili garlic butter. Heat the butter and garlic in a sauce pan.
12) Cook until the garlic is golden brown.
13)Now add chili flakes, cumin powder and coriander leaves.
14)Mix well and set aside, here is your chili garlic butter.
15)Now to assemble. Take a serving plate, spread 1 cup of yogurt sauce.
16) Top with half the sautéed chicken and drizzle with half the garlic butter.
17) Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with pita bread.
Expert Tips
- Use Greek yogurt for this dish which makes a creamy sauce. If you only have plain yogurt, just strain it for a few hours through cheesecloth.
- The amount of garlic used can be reduced according to your wishes.
- I use salted butter for this dish. If you only have unsalted butter, you may need to add a little salt.
- You can use boneless chicken breasts or thighs. Cooking time may increase if using chicken thighs.
- You can use any spices or seasoning powder on the chicken. Always taste and adjust the seasoning.
Serving and Storage
You can make the chicken filling, yogurt sauce, garlic butter up to 3 days in advance. When served, simply reheat and enjoy. Enjoy Turkish chicken with pita bread.
General Questions
Q: Why is it called Türkiye chicken?
This recipe is similar to Turkish eggs in that it consists of yogurt, boiled egg and chili butter. Hence the name.
Q: Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes, you can use regular yogurt. Make sure it is unsweetened and unflavored. Strain the yogurt in cheesecloth for several hours in the refrigerator before using.
Q: Can I add any vegetables with the chicken?
Mushrooms, peppers, onions go well with chicken.
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Türkiye Chicken Recipe (Chicken with Greek Yogurt)
Inspired by Cilbir, I created a Türkiye chicken recipe that is so addictive that you will make it again and again. This healthy, high-protein chicken dish made with Greek yogurt sauce, topped with sautéed chicken and chili garlic butter is super filling with pita bread.
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Start by making the yogurt sauce. Mix Greek yogurt with garlic, lemon juice, coriander leaves, salt until smooth. Set aside until ready to serve. You can store it in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
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Now let’s cook the chicken. Heat olive oil in a pan, add ginger garlic paste and saute briefly until fragrant.
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Add chili powder, cumin powder, black pepper powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala powder and sauté for 10 seconds.
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Add minced chicken, salt and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until chicken is completely cooked.
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Lastly, add the lemon juice and coriander leaves. Stir well. Your stir-fried chicken is ready.
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Now let’s make the chili garlic butter. Heat the butter and garlic in a sauce pan. Cook until the garlic is golden brown. Now add chili flakes, cumin powder and coriander leaves. Mix well and set aside, this is your butter.
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Now to assemble. Take a serving plate, spread 1 cup of yogurt sauce. Top with half of the sautéed chicken and drizzle with half of the garlic butter. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with pita bread.
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