Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Potatoes

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Juicy chicken pieces marinated in lemon juice, oregano, and garlic, then roasted with whole garlic cloves and potatoes for a fragrant Mediterranean meal. This greek-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 65 minutes pairs chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on, olive oil, lemon juice 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: 50 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp dried oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1.5 lbs cubed potatoes and 8 whole peeled garlic cloves with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on a large roasting pan. Surround with the potatoes and garlic cloves.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 45-50 minutes, basting the chicken and stirring potatoes halfway through, until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the potatoes are tender.
  5. Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before serving with pan juices spooned over the top.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 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 Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Roasted Garlic 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Roasted Garlic 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 Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Roasted Garlic 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 Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Roasted Garlic and 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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