This Greek chicken and potatoes recipe yields a juicy and tender bird with crispy skin and heavenly potatoes. In fact, I sometimes make this dish just to enjoy the potatoes. So, what makes them so great? The olive oil, white wine, lemon juice, garlic, water, oregano, and drippings the potatoes are baked in. While I have come across other recipes that call for similar ingredients, the amount of water and olive oil used in this one is where it differs from others. The larger amount of liquid surrounding the chicken and potatoes during the baking process produces a flavorful and…
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Continue ReadingA wonderful attribute of Greek cuisine is its approach to vegetables. They are frequently given center stage and prepared as an entrée rather than a side dish. One of the technics used to achieve this is by stewing the vegetables in an olive oil based tomato sauce. Paired with a thick slice of feta and piece of chunky bread, a notoriously bland vegetable becomes a flavor powerhouse. Ingredients 2 pounds peas 1 medium onion 2 medium carrots 2 potatoes 2-3 tablespoon fresh chopped dill 6 cups water 5 teaspoons tomato paste 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons salt Preparation…