Greek Baked Chicken
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean with this Greek Baked Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme, this dish bursts with flavor in every bite. It’s baked atop a colorful medley of red onion, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, creating a savory, one-pan meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. A final sprinkle of tangy feta cheese and a garnish of fresh parsley elevate this dish to restaurant-quality perfection. Ready in under an hour, this easy Greek-inspired recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend entertaining. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, crispy roasted potatoes, or a crisp Greek salad for a complete Mediterranean feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Red onion, sliced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes, or ideally up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
In a large baking dish, arrange the sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and cherry tomatoes. Place the marinated chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top. Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm with a side of rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh Greek salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.1 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 3279 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 542 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% | |
*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.
