Lazy Greek Chicken

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with "Lazy Greek Chicken," the ultimate one-pan meal that's as effortless as it is delicious. This recipe combines tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs with baby potatoes, sweet cherry tomatoes, and red onions, all roasted together in a zesty marinade bursting with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, and paprika. Finished with a sprinkle of creamy feta cheese and fresh parsley, this oven-baked dish delivers a satisfying blend of savory, tangy, and aromatic notes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners, this 15-minute prep meal bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a hearty, flavor-packed dinner that feels anything but lazy.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 500 grams baby potatoes
• 300 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 large red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Wash the baby potatoes and cut them in half. Slice the red onion into thick wedges.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade until fully coated, then set aside.

Step 5

In the same bowl, toss the baby potatoes, sliced red onion, and cherry tomatoes in the remaining marinade.

Step 6

Arrange the marinated chicken thighs, vegetables, and potatoes on a large baking tray or casserole dish. Make sure everything is spread out in a single layer for even cooking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 75°C or 165°F), and the potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the chicken and vegetables, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, just until the feta begins to soften.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your Lazy Greek Chicken with a side of crusty bread or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2054.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3061.2

Total Fat 205.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 812.3mg	0%
Sodium 4215.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 192.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 798.0mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 5023.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 16.4%