Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes

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Juicy roasted chicken infused with lemon, oregano, and garlic, served alongside crispy golden potatoes seasoned with fresh herbs. This greek-inspired chicken ready in about 75 minutes pairs spatchcocked whole chicken, olive oil, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 500 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 lbs spatchcocked whole chicken on a rimmed baking sheet. Rub half of the lemon-oregano mixture all over the chicken skin and under the skin where possible.
  3. Step 3: Toss 2 lbs halved baby potatoes with remaining lemon-oregano mixture, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Arrange potatoes around the chicken on the baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, turning potatoes once halfway through, until chicken skin is crisp and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before carving. Serve chicken with roasted garlic potatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spatchcocked whole chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Greek Lemon-Oregano Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes?

Greek chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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