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greek lemon chicken and potatoes in a white serving dish on a marble countertop.

Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

Mimi Council
Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes is a classic dish that combines the bright, zesty flavors of lemon and chicken. Marinated in a simple blend of lemon juice, salt, pepper, and butter, the chicken becomes incredibly flavorful and juicy as it roasts. This dish is a perfect example of Greek cuisine, which emphasizes fresh ingredients and simple preparations that let natural flavors shine.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Makes 4 servings
Calories 416 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast
  • 1 ½ pounds Russet potatoes
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Salt and pepper chicken breasts and top with lemon zest, add to a 9x13-inch ceramic or glass baking dish.
  • Chop potatoes into 1-inch cubes, add to to the baking dish all around the chicken.
  • Add chicken stock and lemon juice, the liquid should almost completely cover the chicken and potatoes.
  • Cut the butter into small cubes, and place the butter cubes on top of the chicken and potatoes evenly. Cover the baking dish with foil.
  • Bake for 40 to 60 minutes, checking every 15 minutes. When you check, make sure liquid has not evaporated, if it has, add more chicken stock (or you can use water) so it continues to almost cover the chicken and potatoes so they do not dry out. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165 and the potatoes are done.
  • Once removed from the oven, salt and pepper potatoes and serve immediately.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Tips
  • You can use breasts, thighs or even drumsticks, either works.
  • I use a ceramic baking dish (like my YiaYia did) but you can also use a slow cooker or Dutch oven if you prefer.
  • Make sure to cook thicken until 165°F. If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can cut open a chicken breast to check for doneness and ensure it's not pink.
High Altitude — Follow the recipe as noted.

Nutrition

Calories: 416kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 42gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 338mgPotassium: 1478mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 3mg
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