Name: Lemony Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; Juice of 3 fresh lemons; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably Greek; 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1.5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 5 medium potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and cut into wedges; Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish

Greek

Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Sep 6, 2025
by Adrienne Terry
- 4.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

1 hrs 5 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs 50 mins
SERVING

6 People
VIEWS

3

Experience the bright, zesty flavors of the Mediterranean with this simple yet elegant dish. Succulent chicken thighs are infused with lemon and garlic, then roasted alongside perfectly crisp potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Juice of 3 fresh lemons

6 cloves garlic, minced

2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably Greek

1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1.5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

5 medium potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and cut into wedges

Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

39 g
Cholesterol

64 mg
Fiber

7 g
Protein

22 g
Saturated Fat

6 g
Sodium

360 mg
Sugar

1 g
Fat

30 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. (5 minutes)

02

Step

8 hrs

Place the chicken thighs in a separate bowl and pour the lemon-garlic mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor. (30 minutes - overnight)

03

Step

5 mins

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

04

Step

2 mins

Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Arrange the chicken and potato wedges in a single layer in a roasting pan. (5 minutes)

05

Step

35 mins

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, turn the chicken thighs over and baste them with the reserved marinade. (35 minutes)

06

Step

2 mins

Continue baking until the chicken is cooked through, the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, and an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). The potatoes should be tender and golden brown. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Transfer the lemon-garlic chicken thighs and potatoes to a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh lemon zest for a final burst of flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately.

For best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients, especially lemons and olive oil.
Marinating the chicken overnight will result in a more flavorful and tender dish.
If the potatoes start to brown too quickly, you can cover the roasting pan loosely with aluminum foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.

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