Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes: The Best Comfort Food Recipe
Discover the delightful flavors of Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the lemon juice, garlic, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken and potatoes to the bowl, tossing to coat.
- Transfer to a baking dish and arrange the chicken on top of the potatoes.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken skin is crisp by broiling for the last 5 minutes.
- Serve with a side of Greek salad for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg