Description
Classic Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes is a traditional Sunday roast featuring tender chicken pieces and golden crispy Yukon gold potatoes. This dish is infused with a vibrant marinade made from fresh garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fragrant herbs like thyme, sage, and rosemary, and the bright zest and juice of lemons, creating a perfect balance of flavors and a delightful Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 free-range chicken (cut into 8 pieces, approximately 3.5-4 lb)
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup mustard
- 1 garlic head, minced
- 2-3 thyme sprigs
- 2-3 sage sprigs
- 2-3 rosemary sprigs
Potatoes
- 6 Yukon gold potatoes (cut into wedges)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice and zest, extra virgin olive oil, mustard, and minced garlic. Add the fresh thyme, sage, and rosemary sprigs to infuse the marinade with herbaceous flavors.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, making sure to coat each piece thoroughly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
- Prepare the Potatoes: While the chicken marinates, wash and cut the Yukon gold potatoes into wedges. Toss the potato wedges in a small amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated chicken pieces in a large roasting pan or baking dish. Surround the chicken with the potato wedges, making sure everything is evenly spaced for proper roasting.
- Roast the Chicken and Potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are golden and tender. Halfway through the cooking time, baste the chicken with pan juices to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the roasting dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes is a beloved Sunday roast infused with a vibrant marinade of garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and plenty of lemon.
- Marinating the chicken for longer (up to a few hours) deepens the flavor, but 15 minutes also yields delicious results.
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture and excellent roasting qualities.
- Feel free to add more herbs like oregano or parsley to customize the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 581 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 214 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
