Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a delightful one-pan dish featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts and crispy baby potatoes baked to perfection, finished with a rich garlic butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It’s a comforting, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- 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, 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 well 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 season them.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
- Bake Initial Phase: Bake the chicken and potatoes uncovered for 30 minutes. Halfway through baking, stir the potatoes gently to promote even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the dish bakes, combine the melted unsalted butter with minced garlic in a small bowl to create a flavorful garlic butter mixture.
- Add Garlic Butter and Parmesan: 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 generously on top.
- Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes become fork-tender and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cooked dish for a touch of color and freshness before serving hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for juicier meat.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes if baby potatoes are unavailable.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it’s safe to eat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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