Description
These Roasted Mediterranean Chicken Thighs & Baby Potatoes are a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering. The chicken thighs are marinated in a delicious blend of herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection alongside tender baby potatoes. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken with crispy skin and perfectly roasted potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Potatoes:
- 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, tomato paste, parsley, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, coating them well. Set aside to marinate for 20-30 minutes while you prepare the potatoes.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a baking dish, toss the halved baby potatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly across the dish.
- Assemble and Bake: Place the marinated chicken thighs over the potatoes, skin side down. Cover the dish with foil.
- First Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50 minutes.
- Final Bake: Remove from the oven, uncover, and flip the chicken so the skin side is up. Increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy this savory, Mediterranean-inspired dish!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with potatoes
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken, Roasted Chicken Thighs, Baby Potatoes, Dinner Recipe
