Description
This Simple Greek Chicken and Potatoes One-Pan Meal is a delightful and easy-to-make recipe featuring juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and herbs, then roasted alongside tender Yukon Gold potatoes for a complete and satisfying dinner. The oven baking method crisps the chicken skin perfectly while infusing the potatoes with aromatic Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4-6 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (Approximately 2-3 pounds)
Potatoes
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
Marinade and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1 large Lemon (Juice only)
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly ground, to taste)
Garnish
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (Chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken and potatoes.
- Prepare the marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes, then cut them into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Coat the potatoes: Remove the chicken from the marinade and set aside. Pour the remaining marinade over the potatoes and toss well to coat all pieces evenly.
- Arrange in baking dish: Place the marinated potatoes in an even layer in a large, oven-safe baking dish. Arrange the chicken thighs on top with the skin side up to allow the skin to crisp up during baking.
- Bake: Bake the dish for approximately 45-50 minutes. Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin turns crispy and golden brown.
- Midway check: Halfway through baking, check the potatoes. If they appear dry, drizzle a bit more olive oil or spoon juices from the chicken over the potatoes to keep them moist.
- Rest the dish: After baking, let the chicken and potatoes rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist meat.
- Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh and vibrant finish just before serving.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the meal hot, pairing the flavorful roasted chicken and potatoes for a comforting Greek-inspired dinner.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer (up to 2 hours) will deepen the flavors.
- Use skin-on chicken thighs for the best crispy skin texture.
- Make sure potato pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.
- If you prefer, other types of potatoes can be used but cooking times might vary.
- The recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings; just use a bigger baking dish or multiple pans.
- Letting the dish rest before serving helps maintain juicy chicken.
