Description

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with crispy, flavorful roasted baby potatoes all roasted together in a savory garlic parmesan butter. Infused with Italian seasoning, paprika, and fresh herbs, this one-pan meal is perfect for an easy, comforting dinner that’s packed with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (pat dry before seasoning)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
0.5 teaspoon salt (for chicken)

Potatoes and Coating

1.5 pounds baby potatoes (halved evenly)
2 tablespoons olive oil
0.5 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
0.5 teaspoon black pepper (for potatoes)
4 tablespoons butter (melted)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
2 tablespoons parsley (chopped for garnish)
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional pinch red pepper flakes
Optional zest lemon zest
Optional sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes and chicken.
Roast Potatoes: Toss the halved baby potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven until they start to brown and crisp, about 20-25 minutes.
Season Chicken: While potatoes roast, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika to enhance the flavor and color.
Prepare Garlic Parmesan Butter: In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, freshly grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and garlic powder. Mix well to create a thick, flavorful butter paste.
Arrange in Pan: Once the potatoes have browned, spread them evenly around the sides of the baking pan. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the center.
Coat with Garlic Parmesan Butter: Generously brush the chicken breasts and potatoes with the garlic parmesan butter mixture, ensuring even coating for maximum flavor.
Bake: Return the baking pan to the oven and bake until the chicken is golden and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and potatoes are crisp, about 15-20 minutes. Halfway through baking, brush with additional garlic parmesan butter.
Rest and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, optional red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and fresh rosemary or thyme if desired.

Notes

Make sure to pat the chicken dry before seasoning to ensure the seasoning adheres well and the chicken browns nicely.
You can use any small, firm potato if baby potatoes are unavailable.
For extra freshness, add a squeeze of lemon juice over the finished dish just before serving.
Optional herbs like rosemary or thyme can be added during roasting for aromatic flavor.
Ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C) internally for safe consumption.
Use freshly grated parmesan for best taste and texture; pre-grated can work in a pinch but may not melt as well.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, one-pan meal, Italian seasoning, baked chicken breast