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Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes


  • Author: Lorenzo Devereaux
  • Total Time: 55
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Craving a cozy, no-fuss dinner that tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant? This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes delivers juicy, oven-baked chicken with a golden cheesy crust, plus tender roasted potatoes that soak up every drop of garlicky butter sauce. It’s an easy recipe that fits busy weeknights, but it’s special enough for guests too. Serve it when you need quick dinner ideas, simple comfort food, or a reliable go-to for family-friendly meals—this one-pan wonder checks every “easy dinner,” “food ideas,” and “weeknight favorite” box.


Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 12 ounces baby gold potatoes halved or quartered

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

4 cloves garlic minced

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon kosher salt divided

½ teaspoon black pepper divided

⅓ cup low sodium chicken broth

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large rimmed sheet pan or baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.

2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl combine ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, paprika, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Rub the mixture all over the chicken and place the breasts on one side of the prepared pan.

3. In a medium bowl toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper, and ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning. Spread the potatoes on the other side of the pan in a single layer.

4. In a separate bowl stir together the melted butter, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese until a thick paste forms. Spoon a generous layer over the tops of the chicken breasts. Drizzle or toss the remaining mixture over the potatoes so it lightly coats them.

5. Pour the chicken broth around the chicken and potatoes on the pan, avoiding the tops so the Parmesan coating stays in place.

6. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part and the potatoes are fork-tender with golden, crisp edges. If desired, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a deeper browned crust, watching closely.

7. Remove from the oven. Spoon some of the pan juices over the chicken. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted potatoes and extra Parmesan if you like.

Notes

For extra-crispy potatoes, make sure they’re in a single layer with the cut sides facing down so they caramelize nicely against the pan.

If your chicken breasts are very thick, slice them horizontally into cutlets or gently pound them to an even thickness so they cook through at the same time as the potatoes.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 40
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with potatoes
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 900
  • Fat: 32
  • Saturated Fat: 13
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 45
  • Cholesterol: 170

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