Description

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a delicious and easy one-pan meal featuring juicy, seasoned chicken and tender baby potatoes baked to perfection with a savory garlic butter and Parmesan cheese finish. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering, this dish delivers bold flavors with minimal cleanup.

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, 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 and Prepare: 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, toss the chicken chunks with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well coated. Set aside for seasoning to absorb.
Season the Potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley making sure they are evenly coated.
Assemble in the 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: Place the dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Stir the potatoes once halfway through this bake time to promote even browning.
Prepare Garlic Butter: While the chicken and potatoes are baking, mix the melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl to form the garlic butter sauce.
Add Garlic Butter and Parmesan: After the initial baking period, remove the baking dish from the oven. Drizzle the 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 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Garnish and Serve: Once finished, optionally sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a pop of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful meal.

Notes

You can substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs for breasts for a juicier dish.
If using larger potatoes, chop them into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
For extra crispiness, broil the dish for 2-3 minutes at the end but watch closely to prevent burning.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
Feel free to add vegetables like green beans or carrots to the baking dish for a complete meal.

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, Weeknight Meal