Greek Chicken

If you're looking for a simple—but super satisfying—way to switch up your weeknight chicken dinner rotation, this is it. All it takes is a few basic ingredients (that you most likely already have on hand) to transform chicken thighs into an herby, garlicky dream. The best part? Your sides and main dish will both be ready in under an hour, making this an ideal last-minute, filling dinner. We paired this one-pan meal with roasted zucchini and asparagus, but you can can switch it up with whatever is in season that you have on hand. 

What's in a Greek chicken marinade?

To bring to mind the fresh flavors of Greek cuisine, we flavored this chicken with a marinade of lemon juice, garlic and oregano. It's simple, but extremely effective. 

How long should you let the chicken marinate?

All you really need is 15 minutes but if you have extra time, use it! Marinate for up to 2 hours to get the flavor deeper into the chicken. 

What kind of thighs should you use?

This recipe can be made with either boneless skinless chicken thighs or bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. We tend to favor skin-on chicken thighs because of the extra flavor the skin adds, but if you want to save a few grams of fat, this can easily be delicious with boneless skinless thighs. The cook time may vary by a couple of minutes. 

How do you cook Greek chicken thighs?

After the chicken marinates for a bit (even 15 minutes makes a huge difference), everything (chicken, asparagus, zucchini!) comes together in one pan. Start on the stovetop to get the chicken skin nice and crispy, then throw it in the oven for perfectly juicy and tender results.  

Can I use other vegetables?

Absolutely! While we love asparagus and zucchini in this dish, you can toss in any veg that roasts up nicely. Some good options are broccolini, Brussels sprouts or bell peppers.

What do you serve with Greek chicken thighs?

Since everything goes into the skillet, you don't really need anything on the side to make this a well-rounded meal. However, if you're a little more into carbs, whip up a side of buttery mashed potatoes or fluffy, herby rice.  

What do I do with leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Have you made this recipe? Let us know how you liked it in the comments below!