Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes
Introduction
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes delivers savory, juicy chicken paired with crispy, golden potatoes—all drenched in a heavenly blend of garlic, Parmesan, and herbs. This is the kind of meal that commands a family’s attention at the table, thanks to its big flavor and simple prep.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners, offering maximum crowd-pleasing impact with minimal fuss.
Why Make Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes?
This dish stands out for its robust garlic aroma, tangy cheese topping, and the comforting texture combo of tender chicken and well-roasted potatoes. It requires just one pan, making clean-up simple, and can easily feed a crowd. The magic lies in how the potatoes soak up all the pan juices from the chicken, turning each bite into a flavor-packed treat.
Key Steps for Flavorful Results
For the easiest prep, use a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly dice your potatoes evenly. This ensures every piece roasts at the same rate and gives you those much-coveted crispy edges.
Before baking, use a Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet or a sturdy roasting pan to encourage the maximum golden crust. For even more flavor, spritz both chicken and potatoes with a thin coating from an YARRAMATE 16oz/470ml Oil Sprayer for Cooking. Freshly grated parmesan blends perfectly into the buttery, garlicky drippings, turning humble potatoes into something truly special.
If you want crispy skin on your chicken and fast cook times, this recipe easily adapts to air frying, using a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt for convenience.
Serving and Storage Ideas
Serve this meal hot and straight from the oven for maximum crispiness. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating—they keep everything fresh and leak-free. It’s also ideal for meal prepping; pack portions into a Bentgo Salad Container for delicious weekday lunches.
A sprinkle of fresh parsley or additional parmesan just before serving adds a touch of color and fresh flavor, elevating your dish even more.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields 4 generous servings. Each serving (with skin-on chicken thighs and without excess oil) delivers about 420–480 calories, balancing protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. It’s satisfying without being overly rich.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes (Recap)
This meal gives you juicy chicken, crispy potatoes, and a flavor party in every bite with minimal effort. From hands-off baking to crowd-pleasing taste, it’s a staple you’ll return to all year long.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line your roasting pan or skillet with a sheet torn from a Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy clean-up.
- In a large bowl, toss quartered potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the minced garlic, ½ teaspoon Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of the Parmesan cheese.
- Pat chicken thighs dry. Rub with remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, the rest of the garlic, and herbs.
- Arrange potatoes around the edges of your prepared pan, nestle chicken thighs in the center, and sprinkle everything with another ¼ cup Parmesan.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and the chicken registers at least 165°F (74°C) on a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking. For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Remove from the oven, let rest 5 minutes, then top with the remaining Parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes