Name: Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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; 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; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 4 cloves garlic, minced; ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into large chunks

2 tablespoons olive oil (for chicken)

1 teaspoon salt (for chicken)

½ teaspoon black pepper (for chicken)

1 teaspoon paprika (for chicken)

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (or Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped)

2 tablespoons olive oil (for potatoes)

½ teaspoon salt (for potatoes)

½ teaspoon black pepper (for potatoes)

½ teaspoon paprika (for potatoes)

½ teaspoon dried parsley

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

4 cloves garlic, minced

¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.

Step 2: In a bowl, toss the chicken chunks with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Set aside.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley.

Step 4: Spread the potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish, then nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the potatoes.

Step 5: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring the potatoes once halfway through to promote even cooking.

Step 6: While baking, mix the melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl to prepare the garlic butter sauce.

Step 7: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the chicken and potatoes, then sprinkle with the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 8: 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 and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 9: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before baking.

Use Yukon Gold potatoes if baby potatoes are not available; they hold their shape well and offer a creamy texture.

Add a splash of lemon juice or zest to the garlic butter for a bright, fresh twist.

Include vegetables like green beans or asparagus alongside the chicken and potatoes for a one-pan meal.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, chicken thighs work wonderfully in this recipe and tend to stay juicy and flavorful. Just adjust baking time if pieces are particularly large.

How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?

The chicken is safely cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Using a meat thermometer is the best way to ensure doneness without overcooking.