Oven-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Garlic and Oregano

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with vibrant lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant oregano for a classic Greek flavor. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, fresh 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 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: 45 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them sit for 15 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
Step 3: Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 cup water into the pan to keep the chicken moist.
Step 4: Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 40-45 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, allowing juices to redistribute for tender, juicy chicken.