Description
Sizzling garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes combine comfort and flavor in one simple sheet pan meal that makes weeknight dinner a breeze. Crispy chicken with golden potatoes and a sprinkle of parmesan create a delicious dinner packed with herb-infused goodness that comes together fast and tastes like something special.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
Starches:
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
Liquids and Fats:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Cheese:
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F (200°C) to ensure perfect roasting conditions.
- Slice baby potatoes in half, creating even surfaces for seasoning and crispy edges.
- Mix 1½ tablespoons olive oil with 2-3 minced garlic cloves, ¼ cup Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Toss potato halves thoroughly in the seasoning mixture until each piece is evenly coated.
- Arrange seasoned potatoes on a large baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer for consistent cooking.
- Carefully dry chicken thighs with paper towels to help seasonings adhere and promote browning.
- Massage remaining olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper directly into chicken skin for deep flavor penetration.
- Position seasoned chicken thighs between potato pieces on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons melted butter across chicken and potatoes to enhance richness and promote golden coloration.
- Sprinkle remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese over the entire dish for a savory, crispy topping.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, checking that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Activate broiler for 2-3 minutes to achieve extra crispy, caramelized edges.
- Finish by scattering fresh chopped parsley across the dish for a bright, fresh garnish.
Notes
- Room temperature ingredients help seasonings adhere better and create more even cooking.
- Patting chicken dry ensures crispy skin and helps spices stick perfectly.
- Spacing chicken and potatoes on the sheet prevents steaming and promotes golden browning.
- For a low-carb version, substitute potatoes with cauliflower or turnips and reduce cooking time by 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg