Description
A bold and comforting Arabic-inspired tray bake with lemon garlic chicken and potatoes, roasted to golden perfection and infused with warm spices and citrusy brightness.
Ingredients
-
2–3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
-
3–4 medium potatoes, cut into wedges
-
¼ cup olive oil
-
Juice of 2 lemons + zest of 1
-
6–8 garlic cloves, minced
-
1½ tsp salt
-
1 tsp black pepper
-
1 tsp allspice or baharat
-
½ tsp paprika
-
Optional: ½ tsp cumin or coriander
-
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
-
Mix marinade with lemon juice, garlic, oil, and spices. Marinate chicken 1 hour or overnight.
-
Toss potatoes with oil, salt, and spices.
-
Arrange potatoes and chicken in baking dish. Pour marinade over.
-
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 45–55 minutes, flipping potatoes halfway.
-
Broil 3–5 minutes for extra crispness. Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with salad, yogurt, or warm flatbread. For extra browning, broil briefly at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+marinate)
- Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main
- Cuisine: Arabic, Levantine
Nutrition
- Calories: ~420 per serving