Fragrant Greek Chicken
6 servings
120 minutes
Greek-style aromatic chicken is a true celebration of Mediterranean flavor. The combination of lemons, Kalamata olives, and fresh cilantro fills the dish with vibrant notes, while pumpkin and sweet pepper add softness and natural sweetness. The oven-roasted chicken turns out incredibly juicy, infused with the aromas of spices and fresh vegetables. This dish embodies Greek cuisine, where simple and natural ingredients transform into a harmonious and exquisite taste. Greeks often serve it at family gatherings, complemented by a glass of white wine and fresh bread. It’s perfect for cozy evenings when you want to treat yourself to something comforting and delicious.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
2
Cut the lemons and onions into quarters, and the bell pepper into large pieces. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into small pieces.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Onion: 2 heads
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
- Pumpkin Squash: 1 piece
3
Place quartered lemon, one onion cut into four pieces, and olives inside the chicken.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Onion: 2 heads
- Kalamata olives: 20 pieces
- Chicken: 1 piece
4
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
5
Bake the chicken for 30 minutes at 200 degrees.
6
Take out the chicken, place the remaining onion, pumpkin, bell pepper, and garlic on the baking sheet, and drizzle everything with olive oil.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Pumpkin Squash: 1 piece
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
- Garlic: 8 cloves
- Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
7
Season everything with salt and pepper.
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
8
Reduce the temperature to 190 degrees and continue cooking for another 45 minutes to 1 hour until the chicken is fully cooked.
9
Place the cooked chicken on a plate, garnish with vegetables, and sprinkle with fresh coriander.
- Fresh cilantro (coriander): 2 tablespoons