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One Pan Chicken And Potatoes

One Pan Chicken and Potatoes: Quick Comfort Food Delight

This One Pan Chicken And Potatoes recipe offers a hearty meal with minimal clean-up, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Potatoes
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks Meltingly tender when roasted.
  • 1.5 pounds Potatoes Smaller gourmet or larger cut evenly.
For the Flavorful Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust for taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Freshly grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Crushed tomatoes work too.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for even seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can use fresh if available.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can substitute with chili powder.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped fresh.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, tomato paste, lemon juice, and zest, along with salt, oregano, black pepper, and paprika.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs and drumsticks dry, and cut the potatoes into even pieces if they're large.
  4. Place the chicken and potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet, pour the sauce over them, and rub it in.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes.
  6. Let rest for about 5 minutes and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Letting the dish rest after baking allows juices to redistribute, making the chicken more succulent.

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