Description
This Greek Lemon Chicken & Potatoes recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken thighs or drumsticks with crispy potatoes, all infused with the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken & Potatoes
- 2 lb (900 g) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 2 lb (900 g) Yukon gold or baby potatoes, wedges
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 3/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Assemble the Tray: Arrange chicken and potato wedges in a large roasting pan or baking dish. Pour marinade over everything and toss well to coat evenly. Spread into a single layer.
- Roast: Roast uncovered for 50–60 minutes, turning potatoes once and basting chicken halfway through, until chicken is golden and crispy and potatoes are tender with caramelized edges.
- Finish & Serve: Optional: broil for 3–5 minutes for extra crisp skin. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 759mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
