Greek Lemon Herb Chicken and Potatoes

MediumPrep 20 minutesCook 50 minutesTotal 1 hour 10 minutes (plus 1 hour oven preheat with baking steel)4 servings580 kcal/servingmediterraneansheet-panroast-chickenlemonoregano

Description

A vibrant Mediterranean sheet-pan meal featuring succulent, lemon-marinated chicken thighs roasted alongside crispy, herb-crusted potatoes. The high-heat roasting caramelizes the chicken skin while the potatoes soak up the bright citrus juices and aromatic oregano, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

Servings:
4
Advance Preparation— start these steps early
  1. 1h
Chef's Tips
  • Pat the chicken skin completely dry before adding it to the pan to ensure it renders and crisps properly in the oven.
  • Emulsify the oil and lemon juice thoroughly in the marinade to ensure the fats coat the potatoes evenly, which is essential for uniform browning.
  • If the chicken thighs vary in size, place larger pieces toward the edges of the sheet pan where the heat is more intense and smaller pieces toward the center.

Instructions

1hremaining
  1. 10m
  2. 50m

Notes

  • For the crispiest potatoes, ensure they are spread out in a single layer and not overcrowded on the sheet pan.
  • Do not add chicken stock to the pan — liquid causes the potatoes to steam rather than roast and lose their crispiness.
  • If the chicken skin is not browning quickly enough, broil the dish for the final 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • 🍗 Chicken thighs (4)
  • 🥔 Yukon Gold potatoes (1.5 lbs)
  • 🧄 Garlic (1 head)
  • 🍋 Lemons (2)
  • 🌿 Fresh parsley (1 bunch)
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