Roasted Chicken with Lemon Potatoes: Crispy, Bright & Comforting One-Pan Dinner
If you’re looking for a meal that’s simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor, this Roasted Chicken with Lemon Potatoes is it. Juicy, golden chicken thighs roast over perfectly seasoned potatoes, soaking up all that lemony, garlicky goodness. It’s rustic, comforting, and exactly the kind of dinner that brings everyone to the table.
At Feed Your Soul, we believe in meals that feel as good as they taste—whether it’s a nourishing dinner like this or a sweet finish from our cookie gift boxes, dessert boxes, or a curated cookie assortment.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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One pan = easy cleanup
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Crispy chicken with bright lemon flavor
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Tender potatoes with golden edges
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Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings
Pair it with a light dessert or a treat from a feeling good bakery, like mini cookies or a shareable dessert box, to round out the meal.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
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8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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½ cup extra virgin olive oil
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Juice of 3 lemons (about 6 tbsp)
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Zest of 1–2 lemons
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5–6 garlic cloves, minced
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2½ tsp sweet paprika
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1½ tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp dried oregano
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2½–3 tsp kosher salt
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1½ tsp black pepper
Potatoes
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2½–3 lbs yellow potatoes, cut into chunks
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
Finish
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Fresh parsley or oregano, chopped
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Lemon wedges
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Flaky salt
How to Make Roasted Chicken with Lemon Potatoes
1. Marinate the Chicken
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
2. Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 425°F and line a large sheet pan.
3. Prepare the Potatoes
Toss potatoes with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the pan.
4. Assemble
Place chicken thighs skin-side up over the potatoes. Spoon a little marinade on top.
5. Roast
Roast 40–50 minutes until:
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Chicken reaches 165°F
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Skin is golden and crisp
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Potatoes are tender with crispy edges
Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
6. Finish & Serve
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything. Sprinkle with flaky salt and fresh herbs. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Make It a Full Table Moment
Turn this cozy dinner into a full experience by adding a sweet ending. Think cookie gift boxes, a fun cookie decorating kit, or a platter of assorted cookies to share. Hosting guests? Bulk cookies or a curated dessert box make entertaining effortless.
For thoughtful gifting, explore vegan gifts, a brownie subscription box, or a cookie of the month club—because great food should keep showing up, even after dinner is over.
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As always, we take pride in our process, our facility, our team, our products, and our mission to give back.
We bake integrity into everything we do.
Simple, bright, and full of flavor—this is comfort food done right. Serve and ENJOY!!!!