Greek Lemon Potatoes are a staple side dish in Greek cuisine. The potatoes are slowly braised in a rich, lemony broth until golden and fork-tender; they're bright, comforting, and absolutely irresistible. This authentic recipe brings the flavors of Greece right to your table.

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There are potatoes... and then there are authentic Greek lemon potatoes. If you have ever sat down at a Greek table, you know exactly the ones I'm talking about- fork tender bites, braised in a rich lemony broth, until they've soaked up every last drop of flavor. This dish is pure comfort, with a citrus kick that makes them stand out from any other potato side you've ever had.

They are a staple in my home, whether they're paired with a juicy steak, Easter lamb, or just something special to elevate a Mediterranean dinner.

In this post, I'll show you how to make authentic Greek potatoes right at home, using simple ingredients and a slow-braise method that transforms humble potatoes into something magical. Enjoy! Xoxo-Katie.

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Ingredient notes and subsitutions
How to make Greek lemon potatoes
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Authentic Greek lemon potatoes ingredients (russet potatoes, olive oil, lemon, chicken broth, garlic, oregano, and paprika) on a wooden board.

Ingredient notes and subsitutions

You will need the following ingredients to make authentic Greek potatoes.

Russet potatoes- You can substitute with Yukon Gold potatoes, red potatoes, white potatoes, and fingerlings.
olive oil- Use a good quality olive oil. I love Pomora olive oil for this recipe. Pomora Olive Oil is a high quality olive oil that seasons the potatoes beautifully.
fresh lemon juice
chicken broth or chicken stock- For a vegetarian option, use vegetable stock.
garlic cloves- The garlic cloves add the perfect garlic flavor to this dish. You can substitute with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Greek oregano- I use dry Greek oregano for this dish. You can substitute with 1 teaspoon of fresh Greek oregano.
paprika
salt & pepper

*The full recipe with ingredient measurements is located at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

How to make Greek lemon potatoes

Follow these simple steps to make this authentic Greek lemon potatoes recipe.

Peel Russet potatoes and cut into large quarters. Add potatoes to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Mix olive oil, chicken broth, fresh squeezed lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper together.
Pour mixture over the potatoes.
Cover the lemony potatoes with foil and bake at 350 degrees for an hour and half.
Remove foil. Roast uncovered for an additional 15-30 minutes at 400 degrees until potatoes are golden brown and liquid is almost gone.

Watch how to make

lemon Potatoes on white dish with yellow napkin

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.

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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.

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