Description

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a flavorful one-pan dish combining tender, seasoned chicken breasts or thighs with crispy, seasoned baby potatoes. Finished with a rich garlic butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this easy oven-baked meal is perfect for a comforting dinner that requires minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken

1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into large chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Potatoes

1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (or Yukon Gold, chopped)
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried parsley

For the Garlic Parmesan Finish

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking.
Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken chunks with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well coated. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
Season the potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley, ensuring even coating.
Assemble the dish: Spread the potatoes evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the potatoes.
Bake initially: Place the dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. About halfway through, stir the potatoes gently to promote even cooking and prevent sticking.
Prepare garlic butter: While the chicken and potatoes bake, combine the melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl, mixing well to release the garlic’s aroma into the butter.
Add Parmesan finish: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the chicken and potatoes. Generously sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the entire dish.
Final bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (an internal temperature of 165°F) and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Garnish and serve: Optionally sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the baked chicken and potatoes for a bright, fresh finish before serving hot.

Notes

You can use either chicken breasts or thighs according to your preference; thighs tend to be juicier and more flavorful.
Baby potatoes can be substituted with Yukon Gold potatoes chopped into bite-sized pieces.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning.
Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and offers more flavor than pre-grated pre-packaged cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Baked Chicken and Potatoes, One Pan Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe, Parmesan Potato Bake