Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes recipe. This dish features succulent chicken thighs roasted to perfection alongside crispy potatoes, all infused with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and fragrant oregano. Ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions, it’s a one-pan meal that delivers incredible taste with minimal cleanup. With just over an hour from prep to plate, this recipe is not only easy to follow but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it a favorite for families and entertaining alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly oil a large roasting pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs and quartered potatoes. Add lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; toss until coated.
- Arrange chicken skin-side up in the pan with potatoes around it. Drizzle with broth.
- Bake for 20 minutes; gently toss chicken and potatoes.
- Continue baking for another 25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For crispiness, broil potatoes for about 3 minutes.
- Serve hot with pan juices drizzled over the top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg