These Greek Lemon Potatoes are crispy on the edges, creamy inside, and bursting with garlicky, lemony goodness. Roasted in a flavorful broth, they soak up every drop of citrus and herb-infused deliciousness for a side dish you won’t stop craving.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Greek Lemon Potatoes
• 🛒 Ingredients for Greek Lemon Potatoes
• 🔪 How to Make Greek Lemon Potatoes
• 💡 Tips for Making Greek Potatoes
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with Greek Potatoes
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Can I Use Russet Potatoes Instead of Yukon Gold?
• Why Aren’t My Potatoes Crispy?
• Can I Make These Ahead of Time?
• Is There a Way to Make Them Oil-free?
• Can I Make These Potatoes in the Air Fryer?
• 🍽️ More Greek Inspired Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Greek Lemon Potatoes

• Creamy gold potato wedges
• Roasted in a flavorful garlic, lemon and herb broth
• Crispy edges, soft and creamy inside
• Easy to make with minimal prep work
• Perfect to serve on the side of any protein
• Vegan and Vegetarian option

I could eat these Greek Lemon Potatoes every single day. They’re everything you could ask for in delicious potatoes...crispy, golden edges, and a soft and creamy center. And that bold lemon-garlic flavor? Absolutely irresistible.

Plus, they’re ridiculously easy to make. A quick toss in a flavorful broth before roasting takes them to the next level. Serve them with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or a fresh Greek salad they add the perfect punch of flavor to any meal.

If you love the zesty flavors in this recipe, be sure to check out my Greek Salad Skewers and my Greek Potato Salad.

🛒 Ingredients for Greek Lemon Potatoes

• Yukon gold potatoes
• Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• Olive oil
• Lemon juice
• Garlic
• Parsley
• Dried oregano
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Large mixing bowl
• Sharp kitchen knife
• Baking dish

🔪 How to Make Greek Lemon Potatoes

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Wash, peel and cut your potatoes into wedges.

Add the chicken broth, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt and ground black pepper into a mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.

Pour over the potatoes.

Toss to combine.

Pour the potatoes and all the liquid into a 9 x 13 casserole baking dish.

Bake for 1 hour or until the potatoes are tender.  Toss the potatoes at least twice during the baking, to make sure they are well coated in the liquid and are absorbing it. 

Increase the temperature to 500°F and continue baking until the potatoes are golden. Sprinkle with the fresh parsley and serve.

💡 Tips for Making Greek Potatoes

• Cutting the potatoes into even-sized wedges ensures they cook evenly.

• Toss the potatoes a couple of times during roasting so they fully absorb the lemony, garlicky broth.

• Don’t skip the final high-heat roast because this is what gives them that irresistible crispy exterior.

• Fresh lemon juice is key! Bottled lemon juice won’t give the same bright, zesty flavor.

• Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes before serving so they soak up the remaining pan juices for even more flavor.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Fridge: Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer: While you can freeze leftovers, I do not recommend it because the potatoes can become mushy when thawed.

🍴 What to Serve with Greek Potatoes

These potatoes are delicious all on their own with a little Tzatsiki Sauce drizzled over them or with a fresh, Greek Salad. But here are some great main dishes that are great with these potatoes:

• Steak: Of course, steak and potatoes go hand in hand.  Try them with these Garlic Butter Steak Bites, this Cast-Iron Steak, and this Grilled Steak with Garlic Butter.

• Seafood: These Greek potatoes go perfectly with these Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp, this Air Pest Salmon, Mediterranean Mahi Mahi, Baked Red Snapper, and Cod with Greek Salsa.

• Chicken: Serve them savory chicken dishes such as Chicken Florentine, Honey Garlic Chicken, and Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken.

• Pork: Bone-in Pork Chops, Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy and these Shake and Bake Pork Chops are all excellent main course options with these potatoes.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Other herbs: Swap oregano for fresh thyme for a slightly different herbaceous twist.

• Cheese: Add a sprinkle of feta cheese on top for a tangy, salty finish.

• Olives: Stir in a handful of Kalamata olives after roasting for extra Greek flair.

• Paprika: For a smoky touch, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the seasoning.

• Extra garlic: Make them extra garlicky by roasting whole garlic cloves alongside the potatoes.

• Spicy: A dash of red pepper flakes adds a little heat to balance the bright lemon.

Can I Use Russet Potatoes Instead of Yukon Gold?

You can, but the texture will be different. Yukon Gold potatoes have a naturally creamy interior, while russets tend to be drier and more crumbly.

Why Aren’t My Potatoes Crispy?

Make sure to roast at high heat (especially during the final 10-15 minutes) and avoid overcrowding the pan. The more space they have, the crispier they’ll get!

Can I Make These Ahead of Time?

Sure! Roast them up to 2 days ahead, then reheat in a 400°F oven for about 10-15 minutes to restore their crispiness.

Is There a Way to Make Them Oil-free?

Olive oil adds richness and helps with crispiness, but if you need an oil-free version, you can try using additional broth and a squeeze of lemon juice to keep them from drying out.

Can I Make These Potatoes in the Air Fryer?

You sure can! Toss the potatoes with the marinade and cook them in a preheated air fryer at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even crisping. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

🍽️ More Greek Inspired Recipes

• Greek Meatballs
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Greek Chicken Salad
• Greek Quinoa Salad
• Greek Salmon Salad
• Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
• Greek Tuna Stuffed Avocados