Herb-Grilled Chicken Frites

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We combine fresh herbs, capers, lemon juice and olive oil along with the juices collected from the chicken as it rests to make a simple sauce that livens up this take on poulet frites, or chicken and fries.

Adam Dolge

Updated on April 18, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Prep Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

1 ¾ pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ cups chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, chives and/or oregano
1 ½ pounds russet potatoes, cut into wedges
¼ cup capers, rinsed
¼ cup rinsed pickled jalapeños

Directions

Preheat grill to medium-high.
Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and herbs in a medium bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup for sauce, then add the chicken to the bowl and rub the remaining herb mixture onto it. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Toss potatoes with 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill the potatoes and chicken, flipping occasionally, until the potatoes are browned and tender, about 15 minutes, and the chicken is crispy and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165 degrees F, 15 to 20 minutes.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and tent with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes, then add to the platter.
Add the reserved herb mixture, capers, jalapeños and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the juices on the cutting board. Chop the mixture into a paste and spread over the chicken.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

483	Calories
27g	Fat
34g	Carbs
27g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken & 1 cup potatoes
Calories 483
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 34g	12%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 27g	54%
Total Fat 27g	34%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 81mg	27%
Vitamin A 1195IU	24%
Vitamin C 28mg	32%
Folate 52mcg	13%
Sodium 696mg	30%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 4mg	20%
Magnesium 74mg	18%
Potassium 976mg	21%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Herb-Grilled Chicken Frites

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