Description
A vibrant Greek Chicken recipe featuring juicy roasted chicken marinated with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices. This dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or drumsticks: 2 pounds, tender and juicy, the main protein absorbing all the marinade flavors
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup, adds richness and helps crisp the skin
- Lemon juice: 1/4 cup, brings bright acidity to balance the herbs and chicken
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced, infuses aromatic depth and classic Greek flavor
- Dried oregano: 2 teaspoons, earthy, herbal note essential to authentic Greek taste
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, enhances all the flavors naturally
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, adds subtle heat and depth
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped, bright, fresh finish when sprinkled on top
- Lemon slices: 1 lemon, thinly sliced, adds color and extra citrus aroma during roasting
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set your oven to 400°F and prepare a baking dish
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil your baking dish to prevent sticking
- Assemble the Dish: Coat chicken thoroughly in the marinade and arrange with lemon slices in the dish
- Cook to Perfection: Roast chicken in the oven for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the chicken for freshness and color
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate your chicken with roasted vegetables, rice, or salad and enjoy immediately
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor infusion
- Pat the chicken dry before roasting to achieve a crisp, golden skin
- Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for a brighter, cleaner taste
- Don’t overcrowd the baking dish; give each piece space to cook evenly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg