Chicken with garlic, lemon and potatoes

6 servings

120 minutes

Chicken with garlic, lemon, and potatoes is a fragrant dish of European cuisine that embodies the warmth of home. Its origins trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions that combined simple yet rich ingredients to create exquisite flavors. The tender chicken meat marinated in olive oil, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs gains zest from garlic and lemon. Baked potatoes make an ideal side dish, absorbing the juices and aromas of the meal. Serving it with greens and fresh vegetables makes it balanced and appetizing. This dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 836.2
• Proteins: 48.6g
• Fats: 54.2g
• Carbohydrates: 42g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 10 pc
• Olive oil: 8 tbsp
• Dijon mustard: 2 tbsp
• Thyme: 1 tbsp
• Balsamic vinegar: 1 tbsp
• Rosemary: 1 bunch
• Sugar: to taste
• Lemon: 2 pc
• Garlic: 4 head
• Potato: 1 kg
• Parsley: 40 g

Cooking steps

1. To make the marinade, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, vinegar, chopped thyme and rosemary, season with black pepper and a pinch of sugar. Grate the zest of half a lemon and set aside, then squeeze the juice from that half into the marinade.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 8 tablespoons
   • Dijon mustard: 2 tablespoons
   • Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
   • Thyme: 1 tablespoon
   • Rosemary: 1 bunch
   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Lemon: 2 pieces

2. Place the chicken in a non-metallic bowl and pour the marinade over it. Cut the second lemon in half, add 3 halves to the chicken, and let it marinate (can be left overnight or for a few hours).

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 10 pieces
   • Lemon: 2 pieces

3. An hour before lunch, preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Cut a thin slice off the top of the garlic heads (use young, still green garlic) and cut the potatoes in half or into large pieces depending on their size. Pour most of the marinade into a baking dish and add the garlic and potatoes. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 4 heads
   • Potato: 1 kg
   • Olive oil: 8 tablespoons

4. Add chicken, rosemary, and lemon, mix, and place the chicken skin side up. Mix, season, and bake for 40-45 minutes until the potatoes are done and the chicken is golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 10 pieces
   • Rosemary: 1 bunch
   • Lemon: 2 pieces

5. Mix the remaining lemon zest with parsley, sprinkle over the chicken, and serve with green vegetables and salad. Garlic is best eaten by squeezing it out of its skin with a knife and spreading it on the chicken and potatoes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley: 40 g
   • Lemon: 2 pieces
   • Garlic: 4 heads
   • Potato: 1 kg