Oven-Baked Greek Chicken with Lemon and Oregano

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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Juicy chicken pieces roasted with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for a simple, flavorful Greek-inspired meal. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed) lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece with the marinade. Let it marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin side up in a large baking dish and pour 1/4 cup water into the dish to keep the chicken moist.
Step 4: Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, basting once halfway through, until the skin is golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges or a side salad.