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Greek Parmesan Chicken & Potatoes

Ingredients

Chicken & Potatoes

  • 6 chicken thighs bone‑in, skin‑on
  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 8 garlic cloves smashed
  • 5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley + dill for garnish
  • 1.5 lb baby golden potatoes halved
  • Garlic Parmesan Butter
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp black pepper

Roasted Garlic Tzatziki

  • 2 garlic heads roasted with 2 tbsp olive oil + 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup grated cucumber
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prep the Roasted Garlic (for the tzatziki)

  2. Slice the tops off 2 whole garlic heads.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Wrap in foil and roast at 400°F (205°C) for about 40 minutes, until soft and caramelized.
  5. Let cool, then squeeze the roasted cloves out of the skins and mash them.
  6. Make the Marinade

In a large bowl, whisk together:

  1. Lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Oregano, Paprika, Salt, Pepper, Garlic powder, Lemon zest, Olive oil

Marinate the Chicken

  1. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly.
  2. Toss in the smashed garlic cloves.
  3. Let it sit for at least 20–30 minutes, or longer if you have time.

Prep the Potatoes

  1. Halve the baby golden potatoes.
  2. Toss them in a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread them out on a baking sheet or oven‑safe dish.

Assemble the Pan

  1. Nestle the marinated chicken thighs on top of the potatoes.
  2. Pour any leftover marinade over everything.
  3. Sprinkle grated parmesan generously over the chicken and potatoes.

Bake

  1. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 45–55 minutes, depending on the size of your chicken thighs.

Make the Garlic Parmesan Butter

  1. While the chicken bakes, melt together:
  2. Butter
  3. Grated parmesan
  4. Minced garlic
  5. Black pepper
  6. Warm it until everything is melted and fragrant.

Make the Roasted Garlic Tzatziki

  1. In a bowl, combine:
  2. Greek yogurt, Grated cucumber (squeeze out excess water), Fresh dill, Mashed roasted garlic, Lemon juice, Olive oil, Salt
  3. Stir until creamy and smooth. Chill until serving.

Finish the Dish

  1. When the chicken comes out of the oven, spoon the garlic parmesan butter over the top.
  2. Add fresh parsley or dill.
  3. Serve with the roasted garlic tzatziki on the side or drizzled underneath.