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Greek Chicken Thighs (Easy Skillet Dinner)

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These Greek Chicken Thighs are a delicious one skillet meal with tons of amazing flavors.

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You’ll love that this roasted Greek chicken is easy enough for a weeknight, but nice enough for company. Read on to learn how to make these cast iron chicken thighs and what to serve with them.

MAKE THE MARINADE

1

In a small food processor, combine the oregano, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pulse, scraping the sides periodically, until the mixture forms a paste.

COAT THE CHICKEN

2

Transfer the mixture to a bowl large enough to fit the chicken. Gently lift the skin on the chicken thighs and place some of the paste between the thigh and skin.

TRANSFER

3.

Then, transfer the chicken and the paste to a large bowl, making sure the chicken is completely coated.

MARINATE

4.

Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator. Let marinade for 2 - 6 hours.

REMOVE

1.

Remove chicken from the bowl, reserving the extra lemon mixture.

PREHEAT

2.

Transfer the chicken to a plate and pat the skins dry. Let rest at room temperature while the oven preheats to 450 degrees F.

BROWN

3.

Place a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, cover and cook until the skin browns, about 5 minutes.

TURN

4.

Turn the chicken so the skin faces up. Then, add potatoes, onion wedges, and kalamata olives to the skillet.

COMBINE

5.

Combine the reserved lemon mixture and the white wine. Pour over the contents of the skillet.

ADD THE LEMON SLICES

1.

Place the lemon slices throughout the skillet. Transfer the pan, uncovered, to the oven. Reduce heat to 425 degrees F.

ROAST

2.

Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and skin is crisp.

SERVE

1.

Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and skin is crisp.

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