This delicious Lemon Garlic Chicken with Potatoes comes together in about 40 minutes and is made all in one pan for a easy dinner that your family will love! Switch up the veggies or spices to suit your taste or use it as a “clean out the fridge” meal to get rid of leftovers and odds and ends. Let’s dive into this amazing dish that’s sure to become a weeknight staple!
Ingredients Breakdown
- Chicken Pieces
- Potatoes
- Poultry Seasoning
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder
- Dried Oregano
- Whole Garlic Head : Use 10-12 cloves
- Juice of 3 Large Juicy Lemons
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Water
Let’s get to cooking!
How to Make Lemon Garlic Chicken with Potatoes
Preheat Oven : Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This is essential for getting that lovely caramelization on your chicken and potatoes.
Prepare the Chicken and Potatoes : In a large baking dish, combine 1.5 kg of chicken pieces and 4 large potatoes (sliced into quarters). Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of your favorite poultry seasoning, along with a couple of pinches of salt and pepper, over the chicken and potatoes. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of olive oil and mix it all up, your hands can get a bit messy, but that’s part of the fun!
Bake the Chicken and Potatoes : Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. While that’s happening, your house is going to smell AMAZING seriously, I recommend making this recipe when you want to impress someone!
Prepare the Garlic Sauce : While chicken is baking, let’s make that killer garlic sauce! Using a mortar and pestle (or just a cutting board and knife if you don’t have one), smash the whole head of garlic with 1 teaspoon of salt until it forms a paste, oh my, the aroma! Transfer the paste to a jug and combine it with the juice of 3 lemons and 1/2 cup of water. Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup of olive oil until it’s nice and creamy!
Pour the Sauce : After 30 minutes, carefully remove the chicken and potatoes from the oven. Pour that glorious garlic sauce all over the chicken and potatoes, making sure to flip them so they are nicely coated. You want that shiny goodness all over, don’t skimp on this part!
Finish Baking : Make sure the skin side of the chicken is facing up, and lower the oven temperature to 375°F (180°C). Put the tray back into the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp should hit 165°F/75°C). The potatoes should be fork-tender by now and have soaked up all that delicious flavor.
Serve Hot : Once everything is out of the oven, serve hot and savor that delightful lemony aroma and flavor. Your family will love you for this!
Why I Love This Recipe
This is my go-to recipe when I need something quick on a busy Tuesday or for those nights I just don’t know what to make! I’m a real sucker for comfort food, especially when it involves a single pan and minimal clean-up. The best part is that it’s incredibly versatile: you can throw in whatever veggies are hanging around in your fridge, or switch the seasoning to mix it up. Trust me, this Lemon Garlic Chicken with Potatoes is bound to become your new favorite too!
If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Lebanese Spicy Potatoes, my Zaatar Manakeesh Mediterranean flatbread, or my Lebanese Knafeh!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This dish comes together in under 40 minutes and all in one pan, perfect for those “what’s-for-dinner” panic moments!
Comfort Food at Its Finest
With the succulent chicken and tender potatoes smothered in zesty lemon and fragrant garlic, this is the sort of meal that feels like a warm hug!
Customizable
Don’t have potatoes? Swap them out for whatever you have on hand carrots, Brussels sprouts, or even zucchini will work great here!
Budget-Friendly
It uses affordable, everyday ingredients. Plus let’s be real, this is a recipe that doesn’t break the bank but still looks like a gourmet dish when served.
Family Favorite
Loaded with tons of flavor, it’s a dish that the whole family will love, even the picky eaters. My kids can’t get enough of it!
Serving and Storage Tips
What to Serve With This
This Lemon Garlic Chicken with Potatoes is fantastic on its own, but if you want to amp up the dinner table, serve it alongside a fresh garden salad or some crusty bread to soak up the excess sauce!
How Long It Keeps
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Just make sure to cool it completely before storing!
Reheating Instructions
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. You can also microwave individual portions for a quick meal, just cover them to prevent drying out!
Freezer Friendly?
Yes! This dish is freeze-friendly. Just package it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating, and you’re good to go!
And there you have it! A delicious, quick, and easy recipe that will impress not just your family but your taste buds too. Enjoy cooking, friends! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Potatoes
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine chicken pieces and sliced potatoes. Sprinkle poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Mix well.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- While the chicken is baking, smash the whole head of garlic with salt to form a paste. Combine it with lemon juice and water in a jug, whisking in the olive oil until creamy.
- After 30 minutes, pour the garlic sauce over the chicken and potatoes, flipping to coat well.
- Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (180°C) and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delightful lemony aroma and flavor.