Lebanese Chicken and Potatoes

A traditional Lebanese dish of baked chicken and potatoes, which I learned from my mum. Unbelievably simple, but ever so delicious.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 593 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ground white pepper to taste
• 8 cut up chicken pieces
• 8 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step 2

Place chicken and potatoes in a large baking dish. Season generously with salt and white pepper.

Step 3

In a bowl, stir together garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Pour over chicken and potatoes. Cover dish with foil.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil, increase heat to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C), and cook until chicken and potatoes are golden, about 30 minutes.