Baked Greek Lemon Chicken

Juicy, tender chicken baked to perfection with zesty lemon, garlic, and a medley of fragrant herbs—this Baked Greek Lemon Chicken is the ultimate comfort food with a Mediterranean twist. Each bite bursts with bright citrus notes and a subtle earthiness from oregano and thyme, making it a dish you’ll want on repeat for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. The combination of tangy lemon and savory chicken juices creates a naturally rich sauce, while baby potatoes soak up all the flavor, making this a one-pan easy dinner recipe you’ll love.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 20

Course Dinner

Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean

Servings servings

Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

Baking dish
Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 lemons 1 juiced, 1 sliced
1.5 pounds baby potatoes
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the chicken with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.
Place chicken on top of potatoes, add lemon slices, and pour remaining marinade over.
Bake 45-50 minutes until chicken is golden and potatoes are tender.
Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end. Marinating overnight enhances flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Keyword easy dinner, lemon chicken, one-pan recipe

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