Kotopoulo Lemonato me Patates (Greek Oregano & Lemon Roasted Chicken Skillet) – Authentic Greece Recipe

The scent of every Greek Sunday kitchen: chicken and potatoes roasted in a pool of lemon juice, olive oil, and rigani.

Country of Origin
🇬🇷 Greece (Southern Europe, Europe)
Dietary Profile
omnivore
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Signature Staples
Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs, Golden potato wedges, Kalamata olives, Juice of 2 fresh lemons, Greek mountain oregano (rigani)

Ingredients for Kotopoulo Lemonato me Patates (Greek Oregano & Lemon Roasted Chicken Skillet) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) bone-in or boneless chicken thighs, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups golden potato wedges, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with juice of 2 fresh lemons
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Greece seasoning (Greek mountain oregano (rigani), 6 cloves garlic, olive oil)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, juice of 2 fresh lemons, and Greek mountain oregano (rigani), 6 cloves garlic, olive oil for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine bone-in or boneless chicken thighs and golden potato wedges with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
  4. Top with Kalamata olives and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
  5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.

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