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Easy Crispy Greek Lemon Chicken Recipe with Potatoes and Olives

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A simple, one-pan Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring crispy lemony chicken thighs roasted with tender potatoes and briny Kalamata olives. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 1.5 lbs (700 g) baby Yukon gold or fingerling potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup (150 g) pitted Kalamata olives
  • 2 large lemons, zested and juiced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, toss halved potatoes and olives with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, juice of one lemon, remaining 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the potato and olive mixture evenly on a rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan. If using a wire rack, place it over the potatoes and arrange chicken thighs skin side up on the rack. If no rack, nestle chicken thighs on top of the potatoes, skin side up.
  5. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes. After 25 minutes, check the potatoes and toss gently if needed for even browning. Chicken skin should be golden and crispy, and internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  6. After roasting, squeeze the remaining lemon over the whole dish for a fresh, bright finish.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before seasoning is crucial for crispiness. Using a wire rack helps air circulate and crisps the skin evenly. Toss potatoes mid-roast for even browning. If chicken skin browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Use pitted olives to avoid biting into pits. Leftovers reheat best in the oven uncovered to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: Greek chicken, lemon chicken, crispy chicken, roasted potatoes, Kalamata olives, Mediterranean recipe, one-pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner

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