Description
A flavorful and hearty Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring juicy roasted chicken thighs and tender baby potatoes, seasoned with herbs and olive oil.
Ingredients
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- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lemon, sliced (for roasting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs and baby potatoes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Place the chicken and potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Tuck lemon slices among them.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through, and potatoes are tender.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for crispier skin if desired.
- Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute baby potatoes with chopped Yukon gold or red potatoes.
- Use boneless thighs if preferred, but reduce cook time by about 5-7 minutes.
- Add kalamata olives or cherry tomatoes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with potatoes
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg