Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes recipe. Featuring succulent chicken marinated in a zesty lemon-olive oil blend and paired with tender roasted potatoes, this dish is perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings. The aromatic spices combined with the crispy finish make every bite a delight. With an easy preparation method and minimal cleanup, impress your guests or enjoy a cozy meal at home without hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pieces of chicken (your choice)
- 4 potatoes
- 100 ml lemon juice
- 100 ml olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves
- 1 large onion
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 1.5 tbsp mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oregano
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (fan-forced).
- Line a roasting dish with parchment paper and place chicken skin side up.
- Cut potatoes into even pieces and arrange them around the chicken.
- Season both the chicken and potatoes with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- In a blender, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, onion, rosemary, honey, and mustard; blend until smooth.
- Coat the chicken and potatoes with half of the marinade.
- Flip the chicken skin side down and season again; pour remaining marinade over it before flipping back over.
- Cover the dish with wet baking paper followed by aluminum foil.
- Bake for 90 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant taste. Check doneness using a meat thermometer (75°C/165°F).