Oven-Roasted Lemon Oregano Greek Chicken

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Tender chicken marinated in fresh lemon juice and oregano, oven-roasted to golden perfection, embodying classic Greek flavors. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp dried oregano, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper until fully combined and aromatic.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to deeply infuse flavors.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes until skin is golden and juices run clear when pierced.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves for bright herbal aroma before serving immediately.

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