Greek Lemon Chicken with Carrots and Potatoes
What Started it all:
chicken breast, carrots, potatoes
This dish is perfect for a hearty and flavorful Greek dinner. The combination of tender chicken breast, sweet carrots, and crispy potatoes, all infused with the tangy and zesty flavor of lemon, is absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, carrots, potatoes, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Toss everything together until the chicken and vegetables are coated with the mixture.
- Transfer everything to a large baking dish or roasting pan, and arrange the chicken in the center surrounded by the vegetables.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Serve the lemon chicken with carrots and potatoes hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy the delicious and wholesome taste of Greece with this wonderful recipe!