Description

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts and crispy roasted baby potatoes baked to perfection and finished with a rich garlic butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A simple, flavorful one-dish meal perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

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 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 prepare for roasting.
Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to coat evenly. 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 until well coated.
Assemble: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly across the prepared baking dish, then nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the potatoes ensuring even spacing.
Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Halfway through, stir the potatoes gently to promote even cooking and browning.
Prepare Garlic Butter: While the chicken and potatoes bake, combine the melted unsalted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl to create a flavorful garlic butter sauce.
Add Parmesan: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Drizzle the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes, then sprinkle generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered 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.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a burst of color and freshness if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes.

Notes

Use Yukon Gold potatoes if baby potatoes are unavailable; chop them into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes after the final bake, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Leftovers can be stored refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Use chicken thighs for juicier results; adjust baking time slightly if using larger pieces.
Freshly grated Parmesan provides better flavor and texture compared to pre-grated cheeses.

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

Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, One Dish Meal, Easy Dinner, Oven Baked Chicken