These marinated chicken thighs with roasted potatoes will surely become one of your most classic and favourite recipes.
Chicken thighs are one of those cuts that never disappoint – juicy, tender, and full of flavour.
Marinating them brings out their best qualities, infusing the meat with herbs, garlic, mustard and lemon.
This recipe is easy to prepare ahead of time, making it perfect for a quick weekday dinner or even a weekend meal to share with family and friends.
You can serve these marinated chicken thighs with roasted vegetables, rice pilaf, a fresh green salad, or even tucked into warm pita bread with tzatziki for a Greek twist.
Chicken and potatoes roasted together in the oven is a classic comfort dish, loved across Greece and beyond.
In this version, the chicken thighs are marinated with mustard, citrus, honey, soy sauce, and garlic, creating a balance of tangy, sweet, and savoury flavours.
The marinade not only infuses the chicken but also drips down onto the potatoes as they roast, giving them an irresistible flavour.
The combination of orange and lemon juice with honey offers a Mediterranean brightness, while soy sauce adds depth and umami without overwhelming the dish.
This makes the recipe both familiar and slightly different, perfect if you are looking for an update to the traditional Greek “kotopoulo me patates sto fourno.”
It’s a dish that works beautifully for a weekday family dinner but can also be presented with pride on a Sunday table. Add a crisp salad or steamed seasonal vegetables, and don’t forget some crusty bread to mop up the juices.
Ingredients needed to make the marinated chicken thighs
!For the chicken:
- Chic ken thighs
!For the marinade:
- Mild mustard
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Orange Juice
- Lemon juice and zest
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Salt, pepper, paprika, and dried oregano, to taste
!For the potatoes:
- Potatoes
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Orange juice
- Water
Marinated Chicken Thighs with Roasted Potatoes
These Marinated Chicken thighs with roasted potatoes in the oven will surely become your all time favourite dish!
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 300 grams chicken thighs (about 3 pieces)
For the marinade:
- 1 tbsp mild mustard
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- Salt, pepper, paprika, and dried oregano, to taste
For the potatoes:
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 orange
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the mustard, olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice and zest, honey, soy sauce, and chopped garlic. Season with salt, pepper, paprika and oregano. Add the chicken thighs, turning to coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavour).
- Turn them over and add the marinated chicken thighs and any leftover marinade. Cook for 25 more minutes.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C). Spread the potato wedges in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon and orange juice, and a splash of water. Season with salt and oregano. Bake for 50 minutes, turning once halfway through for even browning.
- Add the Chicken: Remove the potatoes from the oven. Place the marinated chicken thighs on top of the potatoes. Pour over any remaining marinade.
- Finish Roasting: Return the dish to the oven and roast for an additional 25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables, and crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.
Nutrition Information
Yield 3 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 938Total Fat 55gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 44gCholesterol 128mgSodium 886mgCarbohydrates 87gFiber 8gSugar 42gProtein 30g
"These values are automatically calculated and offered for guidance only. Their accuracy is not guaranteed."
Kopiaste and Kali Orexi,
