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Traditional chicken kleftiko with potatoes
Traditional

Chicken Kleftiko

in Athens

A classic Greek comfort dish of chicken slow-roasted with lemon, garlic, oregano, and potatoes until tender and deeply flavorful. It's rustic, aromatic, and rooted in Greek home cooking traditions.

Did you know?

Kleftiko comes from the word "kleftis" (bandit) and refers to a style of slow-cooking meat in sealed ovens for rich flavor and tenderness.

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Where to Find It

1 place to try Chicken Kleftiko in Athens

Greek restaurant dining table in Athens

Nice n Easy

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Kolonaki

A polished Kolonaki restaurant known for ingredient-driven Greek cooking. It's a good stop for modern presentations of traditional favorites, including slow-cooked chicken dishes.

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