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Baked Chicken with Potatoes

Easy Baked Chicken with Potatoes recipe for a quick weeknight dinner. Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup. One pan meal perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 pieces chicken (bone-in, skin-on thighs preferred)
  • 2 lbs potatoes (cut into chunks, baby red or Yukon golds recommended)
  • 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (minced or sliced)
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Baking sheet or 9x13 baking dish
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (or 375°F if preferred).
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  3. Cut the potatoes into roughly uniform chunks, about 1.5 inches across.
  4. In a medium bowl, season the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Season the chicken with olive oil, minced garlic, herbs, and additional salt and pepper.
  6. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.
  7. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces on top of the potatoes.
  8. Scatter lemon wedges around the pan.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  10. If potatoes need more browning, remove chicken and increase oven temperature to 425°F for an additional 10 minutes.
  11. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables like carrots or Brussels sprouts for added nutrition. For an even richer flavor, consider marinating the chicken ahead of time. Ensure potatoes are cut to similar sizes for uniform cooking. Don’t skip the step of bringing chicken to room temperature before cooking for better results. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days, making this a great meal for meal prep!
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