Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe features tender chicken pieces and crispy golden potatoes baked together in a savory garlic butter sauce, finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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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 potatoes, 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) and 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 evenly coated. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- Season the potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Assemble the dish: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the potatoes, ensuring they are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Bake the chicken and potatoes: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring the potatoes once halfway through baking to promote even crisping.
- Prepare garlic butter: While baking, mix the melted butter with the minced garlic in a small bowl to create a flavorful garlic butter sauce.
- Add Parmesan and garlic butter: Remove the baking dish from the oven and drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the chicken and potatoes. Then, sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese liberally over everything.
- Finish baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender and golden.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle the finished dish with chopped fresh parsley for color and added freshness. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier, more flavorful meat.
- Baby potatoes work best for even cooking but Yukon Gold are a good alternative.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Stirring the potatoes halfway through baking prevents them from sticking and promotes crispy edges.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides better flavor and texture than pre-grated cheese.
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