Can I use boneless chicken?

Yes, but reduce the second bake time to about 20 minutes so it does not dry out.

What sides go well with this?

A simple green salad or warm pita bread complements the flavors beautifully.

Mediterranean Baked Chicken Dinner

Name: Mediterranean Baked Chicken Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 lb chicken thighs and drumsticks; 0.5 cup lemon juice; 6 clove garlic; 2 tsp dijon mustard; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 1.5 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 5 whole potatoes; 2 whole red onions; 1 cup chicken broth; 8 oz cherry tomatoes; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh oregano

A throw-it-all-in-a-pan Mediterranean chicken dinner where the potatoes soak up a tangy lemon-garlic sauce.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

55 min

Total Time

1h 5m

Servings

Calories

390/serving

Difficulty

Easy

by Replay RecipesMediterranean Cuisine

MediterraneanGluten-FreeDinnerHigh Protein

Nutrition Per Serving

390Calories

32gProtein

51gCarbs

10gFat

8gFiber

14gSugar

Ingredients

2 lb chicken thighs and drumsticks
0.5 cup lemon juice
6 clove garlic
2 tsp dijon mustard
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp dried oregano
1.5 tsp paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
5 whole potatoes
2 whole red onions
1 cup chicken broth
8 oz cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh oregano

Servings

5 servings

Ingredients

Make the Marinade

In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. For the best results, let it marinate in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Arrange and Start Baking

Set the oven to 350 degrees F. Quarter the potatoes and red onions and place them in a large baking dish. Lay the marinated chicken on top, pour in the chicken broth and any remaining marinade. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.

20 min

Add Tomatoes and Finish

Remove the dish from the oven and scatter the cherry tomatoes around the chicken. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and season the tomatoes with salt and pepper. Return to the oven and bake for another 30 to 35 minutes until the chicken is golden and the potatoes are fork-tender.

33 min

Garnish and Serve

Pull the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Scatter fresh oregano leaves over the top and serve straight from the baking dish.

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Tips & Variations

Marinating overnight makes a noticeable difference in flavor.
Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use boneless chicken?: Yes, but reduce the second bake time to about 20 minutes so it does not dry out.
What sides go well with this?: A simple green salad or warm pita bread complements the flavors beautifully.

Recipe inspired by the original at recipetineats.com. Ingredients and factual cooking data extracted; instructions independently written.

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