Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes
A comforting and zesty dish featuring juicy chicken thighs and tender potatoes, infused with fresh lemon and herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- Bone-in Chicken Thighs
- Yellow Potatoes
- Garlic
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Zest and Juice
- Fresh Oregano
- Salt and Pepper
- Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Remove the chicken and add quartered potatoes to the skillet, tossing them in chicken drippings for flavor.
- Toss in minced garlic and sauté for about a minute.
- Add lemon juice, zest, and chicken broth, stirring well.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet among the potatoes.
- Sprinkle fresh oregano over everything.
- Roast in the oven for about 35-40 minutes.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with warm pita bread and garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek, Chicken, Lemon, Potatoes, Comfort Food, Mediterranean
Find it online: https://platefulkitchen.com/greek-food/