Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano

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Juicy chicken thighs slow-roasted with lemon slices, garlic, and oregano, paired with golden roasted potatoes soaking up all the savory juices. This greek-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 75 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, crushed garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 60 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large roasting pan, toss 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Nestle 6 bone-in chicken thighs over the potatoes. Drizzle the chicken with remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle 2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the skin. Scatter 1 large thinly sliced lemon and remaining 2 crushed garlic cloves over and around the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast uncovered for 50-60 minutes, basting once halfway through, until the chicken skin is crispy and golden and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving, allowing the bright lemon and oregano flavors to shine.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Roasted Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Oregano?

Greek chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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