Description
This Lemon Greek Chicken and Potatoes recipe features succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs paired with tender, lemony potato wedges, all roasted together in one pan for a flavorful and hassle-free Mediterranean meal. Infused with garlic, oregano, thyme, and fresh lemon juice, it’s a perfect balance of citrusy brightness and savory herbs that delivers a hearty yet light dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Potatoes
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 medium Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
Marinade and Seasoning
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Additional
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting.
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Coat chicken and potatoes: Add the chicken thighs and potato wedges to the marinade bowl, tossing them thoroughly so each piece is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange in baking dish: Transfer the coated chicken and potatoes to a large baking dish or sheet pan, placing the chicken skin-side up and spreading the potatoes evenly around them.
- Add chicken broth: Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish to keep the ingredients moist throughout roasting and to develop flavorful pan juices.
- Roast: Place the dish uncovered in the preheated oven and roast for 45–55 minutes. The chicken should be golden and fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F, and the potatoes should be tender.
- Finish and serve: Spoon the delicious pan juices over the chicken and potatoes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra lemon wedges if desired for added freshness and presentation.
Notes
- For crispier potatoes, place them cut-side down in the baking dish and avoid overcrowding to allow even roasting.
- You can substitute boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts if preferred, but reduce the baking time accordingly to avoid drying out the meat.
