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Roasted Mediterranean Chicken Thighs & Baby Potatoes

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Chicken Recipes
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Roasted Mediterranean Chicken Thighs & Baby Potatoes recipe is a flavorful, no-fuss sheet pan dinner loaded with garlic, lemon, herbs, and olive oil. Juicy chicken thighs roast to golden perfection alongside tender baby potatoes, soaking up all the herby goodness. Itโ€™s wholesome, comforting, and super easy to make!


Ingredients

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5-3 lbs)

  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)

  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

  • Optional: 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives

  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or crumbled feta


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven:
    Preheat to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). Line a large baking sheet or roasting pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

  2. Make the marinade:
    In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, rosemary, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. Prep chicken and potatoes:
    Pat chicken dry with paper towels. In a large bowl or directly on the baking sheet, toss chicken thighs and halved baby potatoes with the marinade until evenly coated.

  4. Arrange and roast:
    Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan. Spread potatoes around the chicken in a single layer. Roast for 40โ€“45 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through (internal temp 165ยฐF) and potatoes are fork-tender.

  5. Optional add-ins:
    In the last 10 minutes of roasting, scatter kalamata olives around the pan for a briny touch.

  6. Serve:
    Sprinkle with fresh parsley or crumbled feta before serving, if desired. Enjoy warm!


Notes

  • Add bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra veggies.

  • Use boneless thighs if preferred โ€“ just reduce cooking time by 10โ€“15 minutes.

 

  • Great with a side of tzatziki or a simple Greek salad.