Baked Greek Chicken Marylands

A chicken Maryland is a cut of chicken which contains both the drumstick and thigh. You can do any number of recipes with this cut and here’s one we really love…

This easy, Greek-style, lemon baked Chicken Maryland with potatoes and herbs is a one pot meal.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 pieces chicken maryland 
• 1/2 kg potatoes
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon | 15g rosemary
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoon | 20g minced garlic 
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup olive oil

METHOD

1. Place all ingredients in a big mixing bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Cover with clingfilm and refrigerate overnight.
4. Alternative: place everything in a ziplock bag and refrigerate.
5. Remove marinated chicken from the fridge at least 2 hours prior.
6. Transfer the marinated chicken to a heat proof container or heavy based pan.
7. Pre-heat oven to 425 F | 190C 
8. Baked for 45 minutes until chicken marylands turn brown.
9. Remove chicken pieces to a platter and continue to bake the potatoes for 10 minutes. 
10. Return chicken to the pan to soak in the sauce.
11. Serve immediately.