Oven-Baked Greek Lemon Chicken with Oregano and Potatoes

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with lemon, garlic, oregano, and golden potatoes, capturing the rustic flavors of traditional Greek cooking. This Greek recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, large potatoes, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and 4 peeled, quartered large potatoes to the bowl. Toss thoroughly until the chicken and potatoes are evenly coated with the marinade.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a large roasting pan. Place the potatoes around the chicken. Pour 1/2 cup water into the pan to create steam and keep the chicken moist.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 40 to 45 minutes, basting the chicken and potatoes occasionally with the pan juices, until the chicken skin is golden and crispy and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

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