One-Pan Greek Chicken with Lemon, Green Olives, Herbs & Mini Potatoes
Tender chicken roasted with mini potatoes, fresh herbs, lemon, garlic, and briny green olives — all cooked in one pan for a juicy, aromatic Mediterranean dinner. This dish tastes restaurant-level but is very easy to make.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
For the Greek Chicken:
4 chicken thighs or breasts (bone-in thighs recommended)
500 g mini potatoes, halved
1 cup green olives (pitted; Castelvetrano or regular)
1 medium onion, sliced
5–6 garlic cloves, smashed
1 large lemon (half sliced, half juiced)
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional for tenderness)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried rosemary
½ tsp black pepper
¾ tsp salt (adjust as needed)
Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Marinade
Mix olive oil, yogurt (optional), lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Coat the Chicken
Add chicken pieces and coat well. Let marinate for 15 minutes (or 1–2 hours for extra flavor).
3. Prepare the Pan
In a large oven- pan skillet or baking dish:
Add mini potatoes
Add sliced onions
Add lemon slices
Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle a little salt
Place the marinated chicken on top.
4. Roast
Bake at 200°C (400F) for 35–40 minutes.
Halfway through, add the green olives and spoon pan juices over the chicken.
Chicken should be golden and potatoes soft.
5. Finish
Sprinkle fresh parsley or dill.
Add another squeeze of fresh lemon for brightness.
🍽 Serve With
Greek salad
Light tzatziki
Roasted vegetables
Warm pita or rice
💡 Notes & Tips
Bone-in chicken stays juicier but breast works too.
Add cherry tomatoes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
If potatoes need extra browning → broil for 2 minutes at the end.
For more flavor, add a small splash of white wine to the pan before roasting.
❓ frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Can I use black olives?
Yes — but green olives give a fresher, more Greek flavor.
Can I make it non-dairy?
Absolutely — skip the Greek yogurt.
How to reheat?
Air fry or oven for best texture.
🔢 Nutrition information
Calories: 390
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 24g
Fat: 19g
Fiber: 3g