Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes brings comfort straight from your kitchen, delivering a simple yet satisfying dinner that feels like a warm hug. Crispy chicken and golden potatoes seasoned with garlic and parmesan create a weeknight meal your family will absolutely devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) baby potatoes
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Coating and Flavor Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Crank your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper or give it a light olive oil coating.
- Slice baby potatoes into halves or quarters. Toss them in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon paprika. Spread these seasoned potatoes evenly on one side of your prepared baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, massage chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, melted butter, remaining salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Ensure every inch of your chicken gets coated with the spicy mixture.
- Create a zesty garlic Parmesan mixture by combining 4 minced garlic cloves, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley. Generously sprinkle this aromatic blend across chicken and potatoes.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, checking that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Halfway through cooking, flip potatoes to guarantee maximum crispiness.
- After removing from oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish for a bright flavor boost. Allow chicken to rest 5 minutes before slicing to keep those juices locked in.
Notes
- Always pat chicken dry before seasoning to help spices adhere and create a crispier exterior.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches exactly 165F for perfect doneness without overcooking.
- Cut potatoes into similar sizes so they cook evenly and crisp up consistently across the baking sheet.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides better flavor and melting than pre-packaged grated cheese, so take the extra minute to grate your own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg