Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

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)

This one-pan roasted chicken and potatoes features a bold lemon-garlic marinade with shallots and warm spices, finished with a vibrant fresh cilantro-garlic sauce for maximum flavor.

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Total

1h 5m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$34–$56

Recipe Source

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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)optional
3 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)optional
1/2 lemon, juiced (for sauce)optional
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for sauce)optional

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Instructions

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.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat the chicken dry before marinating to help skin crisp and brown during roasting.
Arrange potatoes around the chicken so they benefit from rendered fat and drippings while cooking.
Roast at 425°F for 50–60 minutes until skin is golden; if potatoes are still firm, return to oven for 10 minutes after chicken is done.
Make the cilantro sauce while the chicken rests—it's brighter and fresher when served warm alongside.

Substitutions

Lemon juice → lime juice or white wine vinegar (note: use slightly less vinegar as it's more acidic)
Cilantro → fresh parsley or basil for the finishing sauce (note: basil pairs especially well with the garlic and tomato paste)
Paprika → smoked paprika for deeper, smokier depth (note: use the same amount)