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Roasted Greek Potatoes

Published December 15, 2022 by Lauren Vavala

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Roasted Greek Potatoes are made with simple, flavorful ingredients including lemon, oregano and garlic. They bake up crispy on the outside and tender in the center. The perfect side dish for any night of the week!

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Roasted Greek Potatoes is one of the three recipes that I made for my International Cuisine final exam in Culinary Arts school and they were a huge hit with the judges.

I was assigned Greece as my country of study. Being that my family is mostly from Mediterranean countries, and the fact that I absolutely love Greek food, I was thrilled to get to explore this cuisine even more.

I made these potatoes to pair with Braised Greek Chicken. You really can’t go wrong with the combination of chicken and potatoes. The ingredients are all simple and mostly fresh, which is how authentic Greek cooking is done.

After roasting, the flavor of the potatoes is zesty from the lemon and herbaceous from the use of both fresh parsley and oregano. 

The last of the three recipes that I created for my final was for Zucchini Balls (or fritters). These are often served as an appetizer and ended up being the favorite recipe of the entire day. 

Why This Recipe Works

This is an easy recipe to prepare. It takes only minutes to prep and about 30 minutes to cook.

It’s made with simple, fresh ingredients that give the potatoes the most wonderful flavor. 

Roasted potatoes are very versatile and can be served alongside of many main dishes. They are a family-friendly recipe – both kids and adults love them.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes: red skin, Yukon gold or a combination of the two types of potatoes works great in this recipe.
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock: or you can use vegetable stock to keep the recipe vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon: zested and juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons fresh oregano: whole leaves or minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley: minced

The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can print the recipe from the card, if needed.

Prep!

Preheat your oven to 425°F.

Cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces and mince the oregano and parsley. Zest and juice the lemon.

Create!

Marinade for Greek roasted potatoes in a glass bowl on a marble background.

Whisk together the chicken stock, olive oil, lemon juice (reserve the zest), salt, garlic powder and pepper in a medium bowl.

Add the potatoes and toss to coat well.

Raw potatoes and marinade on a baking sheet.

Spread the potatoes and any liquid from the bowl out onto a rimmed baking sheet.

Roasted potatoes on a baking sheet.

Roast for 30 minutes, tossing halfway, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Present!

A bowl of Greek roasted potatoes with lemons and fresh oregano leaves around it.

Toss with the reserved lemon zest, oregano and parsley.

Tips and Techniques

  • Use Yukon Gold, red or russet potatoes for the best results. Although all potatoes can be roasted, not all get crispy or have the same results.
  • Make sure to cut your potatoes approximately the same size for even cooking. 
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days. You can also freeze roasted potatoes for up to year, although there may be some slight changes in texture.

FAQ’s

What Are The Best Potatoes For Roasting?

Yukon gold potatoes are the perfect potato for roasting. When roasted they have a crisp exterior and creamy center. Other easy-to-find varieties that roast well are red skin or russet. 

Should You Boil Potatoes Before Roasting Them?

You don’t have to boil potatoes before roasting them. It does reduce the time you have to roast them and may help make the skins crispier.

Why Are My Roasted Potatoes Sticking?

There are a couple reasons that roasted potatoes may stick to the baking sheet. The first cause may be not tossing the potatoes with enough oil before popping them in the oven. The second may be turning them too soon. You want to check one or two to make sure they have crisped up enough that they won’t stick before turning them all.

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Greek Roasted Potatoes

Roasted Greek Potatoes are made with simple, flavorful ingredients including lemon, oregano and garlic. They bake up crispy on the outside and tender in the center. The perfect side dish for any night of the week!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 201kcal
Author Lauren Harris

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes (Yukon gold or red, cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Whisk together the chicken stock, olive oil, lemon juice (reserve the zest), garlic powder, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
    1/4 cup chicken stock, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 lemon, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Add the potatoes and toss to coat well.
    1 1/2 pounds potatoes
  • Spread the potatoes and any liquid from the bowl out onto a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast for 30 minutes, tossing halfway, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Toss with the reserved lemon zest, oregano and parsley.
    2 teaspoons fresh oregano, 2 tablespoon fresh parsley

Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • Use Yukon Gold, red or russet potatoes for the best results. Although all potatoes can be roasted, not all get crispy or have the same results.
  • Make sure to cut your potatoes approximately the same size for even cooking. 
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days. You can also freeze roasted potatoes for up to year, although there may be some slight changes in texture.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 0.5mg | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 173IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg

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Comments

  1. Tristin says

    January 2, 2023 at 12:51 am

    My whole family loved the flavors of these potatoes. I will definitely be making them again.

    Reply
  2. Amanda says

    January 1, 2023 at 3:09 pm

    Love these potatoes! They came out nice and crispy, and the fresh oregano adds such a wonderful flavor. Super easy too.

    Reply
  3. Jamie says

    December 31, 2022 at 5:20 am

    Another great potato recipe, that everybody would love! It looks incredibly delicious! A great addition to this NYE festivity!

    Reply
  4. Erin says

    December 30, 2022 at 1:51 pm

    I made these potatoes last night and will make them again tomorrow. They were SUPER flavorful! Thank you.

    Reply
  5. Dennis says

    December 29, 2022 at 7:46 am

    These are perfect roast potatoes! I served these with chicken last night and everyone really enjoyed them.

    Reply
  6. Sharon says

    December 28, 2022 at 6:21 pm

    You cannot get a better dish than these roasted Greek potatoes. The lemon adds an amazing depth of flavor you can’t get with traditional roasted potatoes.

    Reply
  7. Gloria says

    December 28, 2022 at 9:36 am

    I am a potato lover. These roasted potatoes are the perfect side dish for any protein. Great addition to the brunch menu too.

    Reply
  8. Veronika says

    December 28, 2022 at 8:26 am

    These were crispy, flavorful, and the perfect lighter side for after Christmas. We served the potatoes with veggies and roasted salmon.

    Reply
  9. veenaazmanov says

    December 27, 2022 at 9:38 pm

    Garlic and spice flavors definitely makes some amazing dishes. Potatoes are loved by kids and I would definitely make this perfect side dish for any meal.

    Reply
  10. megane says

    December 27, 2022 at 4:14 pm

    Just perfection! Simple, crispy and soooo tasty! Thanks for another great recipe.

    Reply

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