Description
This Greek Chicken Recipe features juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, then seared to golden perfection. It’s a flavorful, one-pan Mediterranean dinner perfect for busy nights or relaxed weekend meals. Serve it over rice, salad, or wrap it in pita—delicious any way you plate it!
Ingredients
2 large lemons
1 small shallot
4 cloves garlic
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 8)
6 sprigs fresh parsley
Instructions
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Grate lemon zest and juice lemons. Zest the 2 large lemons finely (about 2 tablespoons), then juice them (expect ~⅓ cup).
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Mince shallot and garlic. Mince the small shallot into about 3 tablespoons, and 4 garlic cloves into 4 teaspoons. Add both to a medium mixing bowl.
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Add remaining marinade ingredients. Into that bowl, pour ¼ cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1½ teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
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Marinate chicken. Pat the 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs dry. Add them to the bowl and turn to coat evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours. Meanwhile, pick the parsley leaves and finely chop them to yield about 2 tablespoons; refrigerate until needed.
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Cook half the chicken. Heat a 12‑inch skillet or frying pan over medium‑high heat until quite hot. Add half the chicken in a single layer (shake off excess marinade back into the bowl). Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through (internal temp ≥ 165 °F). Transfer cooked pieces to a serving plate.
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Repeat with remaining chicken. Spoon off any excess garlic or bits in the pan to avoid burning, then cook the remaining chicken the same way.
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Garnish and serve. Once all pieces are cooked, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top. Serve hot.
Notes
Marinate no longer than 2 hours or chicken may become mushy from the lemon.
For grilling, cook over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~2 chicken thighs
- Calories: ~325 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g