If you’re craving bright, zesty flavors and a comforting one-pan meal, Kotopoulo Skorthatos (Greek Lemon Chicken) is a must-try. This traditional Greek dish features tender chicken roasted alongside crispy potatoes in a fragrant bath of fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It’s simple, rustic, and full of that sunny Mediterranean taste that makes Greek food so irresistible.
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Perfect for Sunday supper, family gatherings, or anytime you want an easy yet impressive dinner, this recipe lets the oven do most of the work while filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas.
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3 1/4 – 3 3/4 pound/1.5-2kg chicken, cut into quarters
3 1/2 pounds/1.2kg of potatoes
juice from 2-3 medium lemons
2 teaspoons of salt
1 heaping tablespoon of oregano
1/2 teaspoon of pepper
8 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup/120ml of olive oil
1 1/2 cups/360ml of water
Preheat oven to 355°F (180°C).
Rinse the chicken and pat dry. Peel the potatoes and cut into quarters, lengthwise. Salt and pepper the chicken and potatoes. Transfer chicken to a roasting pan, and add potatoes, on and around the chicken. Add oregano, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, distributing evenly across the pan. Add water and roast uncovered at 355°F (180°C) for a total of 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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