Oven-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Oregano and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

Juicy chicken thighs roasted with fresh lemon, garlic, and oregano for a fragrant and flavorful Greek-inspired main dish. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, olive oil 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.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk to mix.
2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a roasting pan and pour 1/4 cup water into the pan to keep the chicken moist during roasting.
4. Step 4: Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is golden and crisp.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.