Description
📝 Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes (One-Pan Dinner) is a delicious, fuss-free recipe packed with bold garlic flavor, crispy baby potatoes, juicy chicken thighs, and a cheesy golden crust. It’s the perfect family dinner you can make in under an hour — all on a single pan, with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold or red potatoes preferred)
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
4 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Optional Substitutions:
Sweet potatoes instead of regular baby potatoes
Chicken drumsticks or wings instead of thighs
Nutritional yeast for a dairy-free parmesan alternative
Avocado oil in place of olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a bowl, toss the halved potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Arrange them cut-side down on one half of the pan.
Pat chicken thighs dry. Rub with remaining olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and coat with Parmesan cheese. Place on the other half of the pan, making sure they don’t touch the potatoes.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F and the potatoes are tender and crispy. For extra crisp, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and a final sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.
Notes
💡 Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer Friendly: Freeze for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
Make-Ahead Tip: Marinate chicken and prep potatoes the night before to save time.
Reheat Tip: For best results, reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes or use an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, One-Pan Meals
- Method: Oven-roasted
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg