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Lemon Garlic Greek Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Lemon Garlic Greek Chicken is a vibrant dish that showcases the Mediterranean flavors of lemon and garlic. Traditionally grilled, this dish is often served at family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and the joy of sharing meals. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with many variations adapting to local tastes while retaining its essential flavors.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
1 lb chicken thighs
1 lb chicken legs
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon Himalayan sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons leaf oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh basil
1 medium onion
2 medium potatoes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is a cost-effective alternative.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Yellow onion is more commonly available and less expensive.

1

Cut up the onion into big chunks.

2

Add olive oil to the copper chef's pot and heat it up.

3

Sear the chicken (breast, thighs, and legs) in the pot until browned on the outside.

4

Remove the chicken from the pot and place it in the pressure cooker.

5

Add a heaping tablespoon of minced garlic to the pressure cooker.

6

Add about a teaspoon of Himalayan sea salt to the pressure cooker.

7

Add about half a teaspoon of black pepper to the pressure cooker.

8

Add about half a teaspoon of leaf oregano to the pressure cooker.

9

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat to the pressure cooker.

10

Pour about 1 to 1.5 cups of chicken stock into the pressure cooker.

11

Add the marinade (which contains olive oil, garlic, oregano, and lemon juice) back into the pressure cooker.

12

Cut the lemon into slices and place them over the chicken in the pressure cooker.

13

Tear fresh basil leaves off the stem, roll them, and chop them before adding to the pressure cooker.

14

Lock the pressure cooker and set it to cook for 20 minutes on high.

15

After 20 minutes, release the pressure and remove the lid.

16

Add Idaho potatoes to the pressure cooker and season with salt.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

copper chef's potpressure cookerknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Greek Lemon ChickenLemon Chicken Souvlaki

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