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Kotopoulo Me Patates

A classic Greek braised chicken and potato dish with lemon, garlic, and oregano cooked until tender and golden. Comfort food at its finest with crispy potatoes and succulent chicken.

Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
42g
Kotopoulo Me Patates
greekchickencomfort foodone-panbraiselemon

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Peel and quarter the potatoes, then set aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.

  3. Step 3

    Heat olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. Step 4

    Working in batches, brown the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden, then flip and brown the other side for 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

  5. Step 5

    Pour off excess oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  6. Step 6

    Return chicken to the skillet, then add drained potatoes, lemon juice, chicken broth, oregano, and bay leaves.

  7. Step 7

    Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and braise for 30-35 minutes until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).

  8. Step 8

    Uncover and increase heat to medium-high, cooking for 3-5 minutes to slightly reduce the sauce and crisp the potatoes.

  9. Step 9

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • paper towels
  • meat thermometer
  • serving spoon

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