Name: Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Ingredients: 10 cloves garlic; 1 shallot; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 lemons, juiced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp white vinegar; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 3 lbs potatoes; 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on; 2 lbs chicken drumsticks; 1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce); 3 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce); 1/2 lemon, juiced (for sauce); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for sauce)

1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

In a blender, combine the garlic cloves, shallot, olive oil, juice of 2 lemons, tomato paste, honey, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until a smooth marinade forms.

3

Spread the sliced potatoes in an even layer on a large baking sheet to create a bed for the chicken.

4

Arrange the chicken thighs and drumsticks on top of the potatoes.

5

Pour the marinade over the chicken and potatoes, massaging it in to ensure everything is well-coated.

6

Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil.

7

Bake for 30 minutes.

8

After 30 minutes, carefully remove the foil. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

9

Return the pan to the oven and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden and crispy.

10

For the optional finishing sauce, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.

11

Add the juice of half a lemon to the skillet.

12

Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

13

Pour the warm garlic-cilantro sauce over the roasted chicken and potatoes immediately after they come out of the oven.

14

Serve hot and enjoy.