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One Pan Chicken And Potatoes

One Pan Chicken and Potatoes for a Quick Family Feast

Enjoy this One Pan Chicken And Potatoes dish that combines flavorful lemon garlic chicken with crispy potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs and drumsticks Substitute with whole chicken legs or boneless thighs if desired.
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes Sweet potatoes can be used for a sweeter alternative.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Opt for minced fresh garlic for the best taste.
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Melted butter can be used for a richer profile.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice is recommended for optimal taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Choose organic lemons to avoid pesticides.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Tomato sauce can be substituted, though seasoning may need adjusting.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust the quantity based on personal dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Fresh oregano can provide a more vibrant flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Using freshly cracked pepper gives the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Cayenne pepper can add more heat if preferred.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Fresh parsley is recommended for the best presentation.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, tomato paste, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, oregano, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
  3. Chop large potatoes into even pieces and pat the chicken and potatoes dry with a kitchen towel.
  4. Spread the chicken and potatoes evenly on a baking sheet and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Bake for approximately 40 minutes until golden-brown and fork-tender.
  6. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken and potatoes are dry before coating with sauce for the best texture and flavor.

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