Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes (One-Pan Dinner) Recipe
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes is a delicious, one-pan dinner featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts paired with crispy, flavorful baby potatoes coated in garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights and requires minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then evenly coat them with the seasoning mixture.
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until they are well coated.
- Assemble on the Pan: Place the seasoned chicken on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Spread the potatoes evenly on the other side in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure they crisp evenly. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Optional Finishing Touch: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese over the chicken and potatoes and switch the oven to broil. Broil briefly until a golden, crispy crust forms.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful, easy one-pan dinner!
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more garlic or Parmesan if desired.
- Make sure to flip the potatoes halfway through to get crispy edges.
- Check the chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking.
- This recipe can be adapted for gluten-free diets by using gluten-free Parmesan cheese.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 chicken breast with potatoes)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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