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One Pan Chicken and Potatoes with crispy skin, served with golden baby potatoes, and garnished with fresh parsley, all baked in a pan for a simple and hearty meal.

One Pan Chicken and Potatoes

This easy one-pan chicken and potatoes recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner with flavorful spices and tender chicken.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: baked chicken, chicken dinner, easy dinner, One-pan recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 762kcal
Cost: $12

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken thighs and drumsticks about 2 ½ pounds
  • 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes halved
  • ¼ cup olive oil for drizzling
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 6 garlic cloves pressed
  • 1 teaspoon 7 spice a Middle Eastern spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for smoky flavor
  • 2 teaspoons salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Pat the chicken and potatoes dry using a paper towel. Arrange the chicken and potatoes in a 9 x 13 oven-safe baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, 7 Spice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken in the dish. Add the halved potatoes and toss everything together to evenly coat the chicken and potatoes with the sauce.
  • Bake uncovered for 55–65 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the chicken is fully cooked. If necessary, broil for 3–5 more minutes to achieve a golden brown color.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. The potatoes absorb the savory sauce, while the chicken comes out juicy and flavorful.

Nutrition

Serving: 300g | Calories: 762kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 1345mg | Potassium: 1208mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 718IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 4mg