Greek Lemon Chicken Potatoes (Printable view)

Tender chicken paired with garlic, oregano, and lemon-infused potatoes in a flavorful Mediterranean dish.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Potatoes and Vegetables

06 - 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into wedges
07 - 1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges
08 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Marinade and Finish

12 - Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
15 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
16 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
17 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Combine lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and smoked paprika if using in a small bowl.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry and rub evenly with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
04 - In a large bowl, toss potatoes, red onion, and minced garlic with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
05 - Spread potatoes and onions in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan and nestle chicken thighs on top.
06 - Drizzle the marinade evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
07 - Roast in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes, until the chicken skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F, and potatoes are tender with slight crispness.
08 - For extra crispness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes.
09 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple one-pan preparation for easy clean up
  • Bold Mediterranean flavors with lemon, garlic, and oregano
02 -
  • Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape and crisp well in roasting
  • Resting the chicken five minutes after baking makes it extra juicy
03 -
  • Zest the lemon before juicing for easier prep
  • Broil at the end for ultimate crispy skin and potatoes
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