Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Potatoes

Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this delectable Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Potatoes recipe. This easy weeknight dinner is a complete meal packed with juicy marinated chicken, vibrant caramelized vegetables, and crispy baby potatoes. Not only is this dish bursting with flavor, but it also offers a nutritious and satisfying option for the whole family.

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Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Potatoes

This sheet pan meal features marinated chicken, caramelized vegetables, and crispy baby potatoes, all infused with the delicious flavors of Greek cuisine.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• – 500 grams baby potatoes
• – 2 red onions
• – 1 large zucchini
• – 1 tablespoon olive oil
• – 6 garlic cloves
• – 1 lemon
• – 1 teaspoon salt
• – 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• – 100 grams feta cheese for serving
• – Fresh chopped parsley
• – 500 grams chicken breasts
• – 2 tablespoons olive oil
• – 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• – 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• – 1 teaspoon salt
• – 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• – Zest of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

 

• Marinate the Chicken:
• – In a bowl, combine the chicken breasts, olive oil, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and zest of half a lemon. Mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated in the flavorful marinade. Set aside for at least 20 minutes to enhance the flavors.
• Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Potatoes:
• – Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the baby potatoes on a large sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the potatoes, then toss them until evenly coated. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften and begin browning.
• Assemble Bake:
• – After15 minutes, add sliced red onions, z, halved lemon and marinated chicken breasts the sheet pan. Ensure the ingredients are spread out for uniform cooking. Return sheet pan to the and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
• Garnish and Serve:
• – Once cooked, sprinkle feta cheese and fresh chopped parsley over the sheet pan contents. For an extra touch, return the pan to the oven for a couple of minutes to melt the feta slightly. Serve this delightful Greek chicken and potatoes dish hot, savoring the harmonious blend of flavors.

Notes

– For enhanced flavors, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight if time allows.
– Use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of the chicken, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 74°C.
– Feel free to substitute the chicken with pork or tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
– Customize this sheet pan meal by adding bell peppers, eggplants, or cherry tomatoes based on your preference or what’s in season.
– If feta cheese isn’t available or preferred, you can substitute it with goat cheese or ricotta.
– Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.