Best 7 Greek Oregano And Cinnamon Roast Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our Greek Oregano and Cinnamon Roast Chicken recipe. This delectable dish combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with the comforting aromas of cinnamon and oregano, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect balance of savory and aromatic spices, as the chicken roasts to perfection, infusing your kitchen with an enticing aroma. Alongside the main course, you'll also find tantalizing recipes for a refreshing Cucumber and Feta Salad, a creamy and flavorful Tzatziki Sauce, and a delectable Greek Lemon Potatoes dish. These accompaniments perfectly complement the chicken, creating a harmonious and unforgettable dining experience.

Prepare to indulge in a feast fit for the gods, as you savor each bite of the succulent chicken, complemented by the crisp and tangy salad, the creamy and garlicky tzatziki, and the aromatic and flavorful potatoes. Get ready to embark on a culinary expedition that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ROASTED GREEK CHICKEN



Roasted Greek Chicken image

Juicy, flavorful chicken meat with a crispy skin. Tastes wonderful and is super simple to make.

Provided by GatorJess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken leg quarters, with bone and skin
¼ cup olive oil
4 lemons, halved
4 teaspoons dried oregano
4 teaspoons dried basil
4 teaspoons garlic powder
4 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken legs in a deep, large baking dish. Massage 1 tablespoon olive oil onto each chicken leg. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken. Arrange lemons around the chicken.
  • Mix oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; sprinkle evenly over each chicken leg, flipping the chicken to season both sides.
  • Cook chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 139.8 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 41.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2463.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

GREEK-STYLE ROAST CHICKEN



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This easy Greek recipe with potatoes, olives and feta can be made in one pot - use skin-on thighs for the most succulent roast chicken

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

750g new potatoes, thickly sliced lengthways
2 tbsp olive oil
8 chicken thighs, skin on and bone in
300g cherry tomatoes
100g black olives
½ small pack oregano, leaves picked
200g pack feta, crumbled into chunks
2 tbsp red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the potatoes in a roasting tin and drizzle with half the oil. Sit the chicken thighs on top, drizzle over the remaining oil and season. Roast in the oven for 30 mins.
  • Add the cherry tomatoes, olives, oregano leaves and feta, then drizzle with the red wine vinegar. Return to the oven for another 25-30 mins until the chicken is cooked through and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, Sodium 3.5 milligram of sodium

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH OREGANO, CINNAMON AND PAPRIKA



Grilled Chicken with Oregano, Cinnamon and Paprika image

Categories     Chicken     Low Carb     Grill/Barbecue     Cinnamon     Oregano     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon paprika
6 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
Tomato and Red Onion Compote

Steps:

  • Whisk first 7 ingredients to blend in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Add chicken to dish and turn to coat with marinade. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour, turning occasionally. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Spray grill rack with nonstick spray; prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill chicken until cooked through, turning occasionally, about 15 minutes. Transfer to plates. Serve with compote.

EASY OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN GYROS



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This meat is so tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The warm richness of the chicken is balanced perfectly next to the cold, tangy tzatziki and fresh crunchy veggies. This tastes super close to authentic Greek street food and is a fun way to entertain with an affordable and impressive meal.

Provided by Nicolemcmom

Categories     Gyros

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large onion
2 8- to 10-inch wooden skewers
6 pita breads, warmed
½ cup tzatziki sauce
½ cup shredded lettuce, or to taste
½ cup diced tomato, or to taste
¼ cup diced red onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, paprika, black pepper, cumin, coriander, oregano, red pepper, and cinnamon in a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Pound chicken thighs evenly to about 1/2 inch in thickness. Coat all chicken well in marinade, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cut ends off onion and cut onion in half horizontally. Place onion halves next to each other on a parchment or foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Insert one skewer into each onion half, standing up vertically. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and thread each piece of chicken over the two skewers to form a large stack.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until evenly browned and cooked through, about 1 hour, rotating halfway through. Allow meat to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve sliced chicken in a warm pita topped with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomato, and red onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 164.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 45.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1111.4 mg

GREEK ROASTED CHICKEN AND POTATOES



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You'll find this meal is a nice one to prepare for company or to serve your family for Sunday dinner. All you need with it is tossed salad and some crusty French bread. -Pella Visnick, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 to 3 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
4 to 6 baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and half of the oregano. Arrange potatoes around chicken; sprinkle with salt, pepper and remaining oregano. Pour butter and lemon juice over chicken and potatoes. Add chicken broth to pan., Bake, uncovered, 2-2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 170°, basting frequently with pan drippings. , Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

OREGANO ROASTING CHICKEN



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This is a fantastic five-ingredient recipe that takes almost no time to prep for the oven. -Simple and Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup butter, melted
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine butter, salad dressing mix and lemon juice. Place chicken on a rack in an ungreased roasting pan. Spoon butter mixture over chicken. , Cover and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with oregano. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thigh reads 170°-175°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 39g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 56g protein.

GREEK OREGANO AND CINNAMON ROAST CHICKEN



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This is taken from Tonia Buxton, a Greek / English presenter who travelled around the Greek islands presenting "My Greek Kitchen". This is a recipe that she apparently got from Crete, its very easy and tasty and great served with her recipe for Cumin Potatoes (which I've also posted) and salad.

Provided by Lou van

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 chicken, oven ready approx 3lb
1 large beef tomatoes, sliced into 8 pieces
1 large onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, heaped
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C.
  • Place chicken in a roasting dish and rub with 1 tbsp oil.
  • Place tomato slices on breast and legs.
  • Separate the onion slices and place around the chicken.
  • Season with the salt, pepper, oregano and cinnamon.
  • Drizzle remaining oil over the chicken and place in the oven for 11/2 hours or until the juices run clear.

Tips:

  • Use a whole chicken: A whole chicken provides more flavor and juiciness than just chicken breasts or thighs.
  • Spatchcock the chicken: Spatchcocking the chicken (flattening it out) helps it cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade helps to infuse the chicken with flavor. Make sure to use a marinade that contains acidic ingredients, such as lemon juice or yogurt, to help tenderize the chicken.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Roasting the chicken at a high temperature helps to create a crispy skin and juicy meat.
  • Use a roasting pan with a rack: A roasting pan with a rack allows the chicken to cook evenly and prevents it from sitting in its own juices.
  • Baste the chicken regularly: Basting the chicken with the marinade or melted butter helps to keep it moist and flavorful.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: Letting the chicken rest before carving allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.

Conclusion:

Greek oregano and cinnamon roast chicken is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of oregano, cinnamon, and lemon gives the chicken a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this dish at home and enjoy a taste of Greece.

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