Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes
Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes brings juicy, tender chicken together with crisp-edged potato wedges, all infused with bright lemon, fragrant garlic, and earthy oregano. The balance of tangy citrus and well-seasoned pan drippings makes each bite rich yet refreshing. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 5 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 60 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 34
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl; pour the mixture over the chicken thighs in another bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to overnight.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Take the chicken out of the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Add the potatoes.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- 4
Turn the chicken over and baste with the marinade.
- 5
Bake until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 35 minutes more.
- 6
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone; it should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 7
Transfer the chicken and potatoes to a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Calories 419.21 kcal High 21%
- Protein 16.21 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 10.65 g 4%
- Total Fat 35.19 g High 45%
- Saturated Fat 7.37 g High 37%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 96.4 mg High 32%
- Sodium 224.78 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 2.74 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 1.98 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 35.04 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.14 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 152.57 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 2.21 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 31.13 mg Good Source 35%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Citrus Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes is made with 8 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Dried Oregano, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 419.21 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Dried Oregano, Garlic, Lemon. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 419.21 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes healthy?
- Citrus-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 419.21 calories and 16.21 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 224.78 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.37 g (37% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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