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Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken – Easy Lemon Garlic Potatoes

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This Mediterranean sheet pan chicken with lemon garlic potatoes is a vibrant, one-pan meal packed with juicy chicken, golden potatoes, and bold sunshine flavors. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect for busy weeknights or sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (or a mix, fresh or dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • Additional lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for at least 10 minutes (up to 1 hour in the fridge for deeper flavor).
  3. In another bowl, toss halved potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon slices, thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Spread potatoes on one side of the sheet pan in a single layer, cut-side down. Nestle marinated chicken thighs on the other side, skin-side up. Pour any extra marinade over the chicken and potatoes.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Halfway through (around 20 minutes), flip the potatoes and spoon pan juices over the chicken.
  6. Check for doneness: chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) and potatoes should be fork-tender and golden. If potatoes need more time, remove chicken and roast potatoes for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle hot chicken and potatoes with crumbled feta and fresh herbs. Serve directly from the pan with extra lemon wedges.

Notes

For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and Yukon Gold potatoes. Marinate the chicken for up to 1 hour for deeper flavor, but even 10 minutes works. Don’t overcrowd the pan—use two pans if needed for crispier results. Add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for variety. Skip feta for dairy-free. Leftovers keep well and can be reheated in the oven.

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