Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Potatoes

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A vibrant Greek-inspired sheet pan dinner featuring lemony roasted chicken thighs, crispy potatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, perfect for a Mediterranean weeknight meal. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (mediterranean) ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, halved baby Yukon gold potatoes, pitted Kalamata olives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, 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: 45 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1.5 lbs halved baby Yukon gold potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Spread potatoes evenly on a large sheet pan and roast for 20 minutes until they begin to turn golden and tender.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in the bowl, combine 6 bone-in chicken thighs with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and juice from half the lemon. Toss well to coat.
  4. Step 4: After the potatoes have roasted 20 minutes, arrange the chicken thighs on the sheet pan among the potatoes. Scatter 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives and 1 large lemon thin slices over everything.
  5. Step 5: Roast for an additional 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and skin is crispy.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish, and serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 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 Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and 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 Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sheet Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Potatoes?

Mediterranean sheet pan 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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