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Easy One-Pan Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes – Juicy Weeknight Dinner

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A Mediterranean-inspired one-pan dinner featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs and roasted Yukon gold potatoes in a bright, garlicky lemon-oregano sauce. Quick to prep and packed with flavor.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
  • 2 teaspoons mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 ½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring it’s fully coated. Marinate for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Place potatoes in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish in an even layer. Nestle chicken pieces among the potatoes and pour remaining marinade over everything. Toss potatoes lightly to coat.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.
  6. Serve hot, drizzled with pan sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Fresh lemon juice is essential for brightness; avoid bottled juice.
  • Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks for even cooking.
  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs are recommended for juiciness; adjust cooking time if using breasts or bone-in thighs.
  • For extra crispy potatoes, remove chicken and broil potatoes 2-3 minutes at the end.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 587
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 1354 mg
  • Fat: 34 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.03 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 37 g
  • Cholesterol: 162 mg