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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans Delight

This Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans is a delightful one-pan meal that's easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Potatoes
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Moist and flavorful
  • 4 cups Potatoes Yukon Gold or red potatoes
For the Green Beans
  • 2 cups Green Beans Fresh or frozen
For Flavoring
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin is best
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 teaspoons Oregano Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional
  • 1 whole Lemon For zest and juice
For Garnishing & Adding Depth
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Olives Kalamata recommended
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Sheet pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a 14x20 sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the chopped potatoes with olive oil, half of the minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
  3. Roast the potatoes for about 15 minutes until they start to crisp.
  4. Mix chicken thighs with remaining olive oil, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper. Coat well.
  5. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs between the roasted potatoes.
  6. Add fresh green beans around the chicken and potatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and scatter olives on top.
  7. Roast for an additional 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are crispy.
  8. Sprinkle feta cheese over chicken and vegetables during the last 2-3 minutes of roasting.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve directly from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning according to taste.

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