Mediterranean Herb Roasted Chicken with Garlic Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

Juicy roasted chicken infused with Mediterranean herbs, paired with crispy garlic potatoes for a flavorful, satisfying dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, garlic cloves, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 8 minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium, zested and juiced lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss chicken thighs with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp oregano. Arrange on a baking sheet.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix diced potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
3. Step 3: Roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through, until chicken is golden and juices run clear.
4. Step 4: While chicken roasts, sauté remaining 6 garlic cloves in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/4 tsp salt; stir until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Transfer chicken to a plate, then spoon garlic potatoes over top. Garnish with parsley and remaining lemon zest.