Description
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a perfect one-pan meal combining tender, seasoned chicken breasts with crispy roasted baby potatoes. Coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this dish is both comforting and easy to prepare, making it an ideal 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 prevent sticking.
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken chunks with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Toss well to coat evenly and set aside.
- Season the Potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried parsley, making sure they are evenly coated.
- 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 Stage: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Stir the potatoes once halfway through cooking to promote even roasting.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the chicken and potatoes bake, mix together the melted unsalted butter and 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. Drizzle the prepared garlic butter evenly over the chicken and potatoes, then sprinkle generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- 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 and the potatoes are fork-tender and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a touch of color and freshness. Serve the dish hot for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is safely cooked to 165°F.
- You can substitute baby potatoes with Yukon Gold or other waxy potatoes for similar texture.
- Adjust the seasoning quantities according to personal taste preferences.
- To make the dish dairy-free, omit the Parmesan cheese or replace it with a vegan alternative.
- Fresh garlic can be substituted with garlic powder in the garlic butter if desired, but fresh provides better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, roasted potatoes, one-pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, baked chicken and potatoes, garlic butter chicken
