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Classic Greek Lemon Chicken (Kotopoulo Lemonato)

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Tender chicken pieces roasted with garlic, oregano, and a bright lemon-butter sauce.

Classic Greek Lemon Chicken (Kotopoulo Lemonato)

Total

1h

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Serves

4

Servings

Recipe serves 4

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Ingredients

  • 4 lb Whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and wedged
  • 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 6 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp Dried Greek oregano
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large roasting pan.

  2. 2

    Place the chicken pieces and potato wedges into the roasting pan in a single layer.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Pour the lemon-oil mixture over the chicken and potatoes, tossing them by hand to ensure every piece is thoroughly coated.

  5. 5

    Pour the chicken broth into the corner of the pan so you don't wash the seasoning off the meat.

  6. 6

    Roast in the oven for 45 minutes, then remove briefly to drizzle the melted butter over the chicken skin.

  7. 7

    Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.

  8. 8

    Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the lemon-butter juices to thicken slightly.

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