Description
A flavorful and easy one-pan dinner featuring juicy garlic Parmesan chicken breasts paired with tender, crispy roasted baby potatoes seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
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 your 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 dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then evenly coat them with the seasoning mixture.
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until they are well coated.
- Assemble on the Pan: Arrange the seasoned chicken on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Spread the coated potatoes evenly on the other side in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Bake: Roast everything in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through cooking to achieve even browning. 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 additional Parmesan cheese over the chicken and potatoes, and broil for a few minutes to create a golden, crispy crust. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and potatoes for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve hot and enjoy your easy, flavorful one-pan dinner.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts if you prefer juicier, more flavorful meat.
- Red potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes roast well due to their creamy texture.
- Be careful when broiling for the finishing touch—stay attentive to prevent burning.
- This recipe can be customized with your favorite herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure your Parmesan cheese does not contain any additives with gluten.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast and approximately 3/4 cup potatoes
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, roasted potatoes, one-pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, baked chicken and potatoes
