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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Greek Lemon Potatoes- Authentic Greek Potatoes Recipe

    January 9, 2020 Updated: September 9, 2022 By Katie Crenshaw 6 Comments

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    Greek Lemon Potatoes are a common side dish to many Greek dishes. These slowly roasted #potatoes are lightly crispy on the outside, and tender and soft on the inside, with a delicious lemon flavor. #Greeklemonpotatoes
    Greek Lemon Potatoes
    Greek Lemon Potatoes

    Greek Lemon Potatoes are a common side dish to many Greek dishes.

    These slowly roasted potatoes are lightly crispy on the outside, and tender and soft on the inside, with a delicious lemon flavor.

    Greek Lemon Potatoes on white dish

    Greek lemon potatoes are thick, moist potato wedges that are soft on the inside and a little crispy on the outside.

    The lemon flavor makes the potatoes taste OUTRAGEOUS!

    Honestly, I make these for dinner parties all of the time because my guests go crazy over them.

    This post is sponsored by Pomora Olive Oil and contains affiliate links.

    Watch how to make Greek Potatoes

    step by step how to make greek lemon potatoes

    How to make Greek lemon potatoes

    This is an authentic Greek Lemon Potatoes Recipe. The roasted potatoes are super easy to make, they just take a bit of patience.

    • First mix olive oil, chicken broth, and fresh squeezed lemon juice together.
    • Next, peel Russet potatoes and cut into large quarters.
    • Pour mixture, along with additional spices listed below in the recipe card, over the potatoes.
    • Cook potatoes in the oven covered with foil for an hour and half.
    • Remove foil. Roast uncovered about 15-30 more minutes at 400 until potatoes are crispy and liquid is almost gone. 

    Be patient. The wait is worth it.

    lemon Potatoes on white dish with yellow napkin

    What are the best potatoes to use?

    In this recipe, you will want to use russet potatoes because of their ability to absorb liquid so well.

    The russet potatoes will absorb the wonderful lemon flavors creating a rich, tasty side dish.

    How long can you keep leftover potatoes in the refrigerator?

    You can store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.

    Ways to use leftovers

    • Dice them up and turn them into hash browns for breakfast the next day. Cook them a few minutes in a little oil until the outsides are crispy. They will be great!
    • Drizzle a little olive oil on a baking sheet and reheat them at 400 for about 10 minutes. They will crisp back up.
    • Cut them into bite sizes and use them in a potato salad.
    • Dice them up and add them to a breakfast quiche or breakfast burrito.
     Greek Potatoes with Pomora Olive Oil

    I use Pomora Olive Oil for this recipe. Pomora Olive Oil is a high quality olive oil that seasons the potatoes beautifully.

    For more information on what I love about Pomora Olive Oil, click here! However, if you cannot use Pomora Olive Oil, use a good quality olive oil.

    These Greek Potatoes are flavorful and delicious.  They are perfect for a special week night meal.

    My daughter LOVES them. This is a dish I can make without receiving any "sas" back. Instead I get a big, "THANK YOU MOM!" Enjoy!

    Would you like some more Greek inspired recipes? Try some of these:

    • Greek Lamb Meatballs
    • Greek Green Beans
    • How to Saute Spinach
    • Greek Chicken Marinade
    • Greek Salad Dressing
    • Greek Black Eye Pea Salad
    • Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
    • Greek Seven Layer Dip
    • Jalapeno Cilantro Hummus
    • Greek Seven Layer Dip
    • Baba Ganoush

    Also post your picture of your lemon potatoes on Instagram or Facebook, and tag @aforkstale with #aforkstale hashtags! I will share with my followers! xoxo!

    Please leave me a comment below if you make these lemon potatoes, and tell me what you thought about it. I would love to hear back, and so would my readers.

    Authentic Greek Potatoes on rectangular white dish with parsley garnish
    Greek Lemon Potatoes

    Greek Lemon Potatoes- Authentic Greek Potatoes Recipe

    Greek Lemon Potatoes are slowly roasted potatoes are lightly crispy on the outside, and tender and soft on the inside, with a delicious lemon flavor. They make a delicious side dish to any meal.
    4.94 from 16 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 232kcal
    Author: Katie Crenshaw

    Ingredients

    • 3 large russet potatoes or 4 medium sized
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 2 crushed garlic cloves
    • ½ tsp dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Peel 3 large russet potatoes, cut into large quarters, and place in a 9x13in baking dish.
    • Mix ½ cup olive oil, ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice, 1 cup chicken broth, 2 crushed garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon paprika, and salt and pepper.
    • Pour mixture over potatoes.
    • Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 1 ½ hours or until potatoes are fully cooked.
    • Remove foil and bake at 400 until potatoes are crispy and liquid is almost gone. (approximately 15-30 minutes)

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    Notes

    Note: These can be made in advance. Follow steps 1-4. Cool and refrigerate. When ready to serve, reheat potatoes in tinfoil until potatoes are warm. Then follow step 5. 
    Note: Add fresh chopped parsley for a pretty garnish.

    Nutrition- Nutrition info is based on estimation only.

    Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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    1. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      February 23, 2018 at 12:51 am

      5 stars
      Love lemon potatoes! There's a local restaurant that does a great version but, of course, they're always better at home 😉 Bet these would not only be lovely for dinner, but also for breakfast with eggs (and lots of coffee). Have a great weekend, Katie! P.S. How neat to try different olive oils?? So fun!

    2. Sandy

      February 13, 2019 at 12:54 am

      5 stars
      This is excellent. I will make it over and over. Thanks.

    3. Katie

      February 13, 2019 at 1:23 pm

      I am so glad you enjoyed them Sandy! Thanks for sharing.

    4. Arlene

      July 16, 2019 at 2:02 am

      Excellent potatoes! Will definitely become one of my favourite recipes to make. Love it!

    5. Jane

      September 29, 2020 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome awesome recipe

    6. Ann22

      February 22, 2021 at 1:19 am

      4 stars
      Tastes delicious but unfortunately mine wasn’t crispy. Maybe I needed to add more oil. As my liquid evaporated while uncovered. Will definitely make this again.

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