Description
This Lemon Greek Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines tender, flavorful chicken thighs with crispy roasted potatoes, all infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a simple yet impressive weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken and Potatoes:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into wedges
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the Chicken and Potatoes: Toss the chicken thighs and potato wedges in the marinade until well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake: Transfer the chicken and potatoes to a baking dish, pour in the chicken broth, and bake for 45-50 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Broil (Optional): For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts or drumsticks as alternatives.
- Enhance the Greek flavors by adding olives or red onions.
- Pair with tzatziki or a Greek salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with potatoes
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
