Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes
This Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes is a flavorful, one-pan dish featuring juicy, marinated chicken baked alongside crispy, golden potatoes. Infused with fresh lemon, garlic, and oregano, this dish brings the vibrant taste of Greece to your table! 🍋🍗🥔
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
Ingredients
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For the Chicken & Marinade:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or drumsticks)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
For the Potatoes:
- 4 medium potatoes, cut into wedges
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Juice of ½ lemon
For Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
- Crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
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Preheat Oven & Marinate the Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
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Prepare the Potatoes:
- Toss potato wedges with olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
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Assemble & Bake:
- Arrange the potatoes in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the marinated chicken on top.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through.
- For crispy skin, broil for the last 3-5 minutes.
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Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
- Optional: Add crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the chicken dry before marinating.
- For more Mediterranean flavor, add Kalamata olives before baking.
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
Find it online: https://kenzierecipes.com/greek-lemon-chicken-with-potatoes/