Slow-Cooked Greek Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked with lemon, oregano, and garlic alongside tender roasted potatoes for a comforting, flavorful Mediterranean meal. This Greek recipe, ready in about 400 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 480 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.

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp dried oregano
• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp dried oregano, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Place 2 lbs peeled and quartered potatoes in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour 1/2 cup chicken broth over potatoes.
3. Step 3: Arrange marinated chicken pieces on top of the potatoes and pour remaining marinade over the chicken.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through and potatoes are soft.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving with a side salad or crusty bread.