Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken

October 3, 2021 CX3 0 Comments Chicken, Herb, Lemon, Mediterranean

By: Mariam E. | October 3, 2021This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

You will be obsessed with this Baked Mediterranean Chicken. Made with chicken, potatoes, onion and tomatoes, everything comes together in a pan in the oven so you can spend less time in the kitchen cooking dinner. No one can turn down this juicy crispy chicken! It’s full of delicious flavors, healthy and super easy to make.

Mediterranean Chicken recipe after baking

This Mediterranean roast chicken is full of flavor, super juicy, and you don’t even need to serve any side dishes with this. A whole dinner made in one pan means less time cleaning up and more time relaxing after dinner. It features both chicken thighs and chicken drumsticks so there’s no fighting at the table and everyone has what they prefer without adding to my work.

For another baked chicken recipe, you should try my Baked Cilantro Lemon Chicken and Oven Baked Chicken Breasts. They’re so simple to make and are reader favorites!

Why You’ll Love This One Pan Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

It’s super simple. All you have to do is marinate the chicken, then throw everything into a baking dish and bake! It takes little to no effort to cook.
Filled with fresh and delicious ingredients. I love how delicious this baked chicken is and the fresh tangy taste that the cherry tomatoes add to the dish.
Family friendly. This is one of my favorite recipes to make for the family! The kids always reach for a second helping and they’re in love with the potatoes!

Baked Mediterranean Chicken Thighs Ingredients

ingredients of Mediterranean Chicken recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Marinade – you’ll need olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Chicken – I use thighs and drumsticks with the skin on and bone in.
Red onions – quartered.
Red potatoes – quartered.
Chicken stock – I recommend using low sodium stock.
Tomatoes – you can use cherry or grape tomatoes for this baked chicken.
Olive oil – or whatever oil you prefer to use.
Parsley – chopped for garnish.

How To Make Baked Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

Preheat: Preheat the oven to 375 degree F.
Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl combine all the ingredients under the “to marinate the chicken” section except chicken. Mix it well and add the chicken, toss and coat them well. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

raw Mediterranean Chicken in marinade sauce

Transfer to a baking dish and bake: In a 9×13 baking dish add the quartered red onions and potatoes, spread evenly. Place the marinated chicken on top of the vegetables. Pour the chicken stock over the chicken and bake for 20 minutes at 375 degree F.

shots before baking the raw Mediterranean Chicken and vegetables in a baking dish

Add the tomatoes: Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread the cherry tomatoes over the chicken. Drizzle olive oil, salt and pepper on top and bake further for 40 minutes until the chicken skin turns golden and potatoes are cooked through.
Garnish and serve: Once done, sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley on top and serve while it is still warm.

close up shot of Mediterranean Chicken thighs

Tips and Notes for making the Best Mediterranean Chicken Tray Bake

Make sure you don’t overcrowd the baking dish. There shouldn’t be an overlap of the onions and potatoes. Split it into two baking dishes if you need to.
If you want to prepare this in advance, you can marinate the chicken the night before.
If the chicken was frozen beforehand, be sure to pat dry the chicken so the skin can crisp up. If there’s moisture on the skin, the seasoning won’t stick very well and the chicken will steam more than it’ll roast.
Don’t skip marinating the chicken. The marinade adds a ton of flavor to the chicken!
Make sure the oven is fully heated before adding the dish into the oven. This prevents uneven cooking.
You can check the doneness of the chicken by using a meat thermometer. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The thermometer should read 165F.
A great way to marinade the chicken is to put it in a zip lock bag then pour in the marinade. Squeeze out all the air and allow to marinade.

FAQs

What else can I add?

Try adding some crumbled feta or olives on top of the baked Mediterranean chicken before serving. If you have fresh thyme or oregano, you can add that to the pan before cooking.

Can I make this with chicken breasts?

You can but the cooking time will differ. Check the internal temperature of the chicken and make sure it’s cooked at 165˚F internally before removing from the oven.

How long do I cook chicken breast for in the oven?

It all depends on the size and thickness of the chicken breast. A 4-oz. chicken breast at 350°F needs about for 25 to 30 minutes to cook. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature is 165˚F.

How do I store and reheat this dish?

Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge. To reheat, microwave it until warmed through. Alternatively, you can transfer it back into the oven to crisp the skin of the chicken back up.

Do I need to flip the chicken?

I do not flip the thighs or drumsticks over for this baked chicken recipe. Leaving it unflipped means the skin can crisp up as it bakes in the oven. The juices, if you flip the chicken, will cause the skin to get soggy.

How do I bake chicken without it getting dry?

A simple way to do that is by brining the chicken. Brine your chicken in a mixture of water and a couple tablespoons of salt for about 20 to 30 minutes. This will boost the natural flavor and moisture of the chicken breasts and will leave you with a super tender piece of meat.

Should I bake chicken with or without foil

You with or without but you don’t have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it’s fine to bake it uncovered, and once your chicken is in the oven, it’s hands-free until you need to check the internal temperature to make sure it’s fully cooked. Cooking uncovered also gives the chicken a little crisp on top.

piece of Mediterranean Chicken on a plate with roasted vegetables

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Baked Mediterranean Chicken

This Baked Mediterranean Chicken is made with chicken, potatoes, onion and tomatoes, everything comes together in a pan in the oven so you can spend less time in the kitchen cooking dinner.

Prep Time 40 mins

Cook Time 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degree F.
In a large bowl combine all the ingredients under the “to marinate the chicken” section except chicken. Mix it well and add the chicken, toss and coat them well. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
In a 9X13 baking dish add the quartered red onions and potatoes, spread evenly. Place the marinated chicken on top of the vegetables.
Pour the chicken stock over the chicken and bake for 20 minutes at 375 degree F.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread the cherry tomatoes over the chicken. Drizzle olive oil, salt and pepper on top and bake further for 40 minutes until the chicken skin turns golden and potatoes are cooked through.
Once done, sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley on top and serve while it is still warm.

Notes

Make sure you don’t overcrowd the baking dish. There shouldn’t be an overlap of the onions and potatoes. Split it into two baking dishes if you need to.
If you want to prepare this in advance, you can marinate the chicken the night before.
If the chicken was frozen beforehand, be sure to pat dry the chicken so the skin can crisp up. If there’s moisture on the skin, the seasoning won’t stick very well and the chicken will steam more than it’ll roast.
Don’t skip marinating the chicken. The marinade adds a ton of flavor to the chicken!
Make sure the oven is fully heated before adding the dish into the oven. This prevents uneven cooking.
You can check the doneness of the chicken by using a meat thermometer. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The thermometer should read 165F.
A great way to marinade the chicken is to put it in a ziplock bag then pour it in the marinade. Squeeze out all the air and allow to marinade.

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