Lemon-Roasted Chicken with Garlic and Oregano

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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Juicy chicken roasted with lemon, garlic, and oregano for a savory and fragrant main course perfect for any occasion. This Greek recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 medium lemon, sliced lemon slices

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat completely. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place lemon slices over and around the chicken.
Step 4: Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 5: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve garnished with the roasted lemon slices.