Description

This flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe features tender chicken breasts and crispy roasted baby potatoes, all baked together in a delicious garlic butter and Parmesan cheese finish. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this dish combines savory Italian seasoning with wholesome ingredients for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken

1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into large chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Potatoes

1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (or Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped)
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried parsley

For the Garlic Parmesan Finish

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking.
Season the chicken: In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well coated. Set aside to marinate briefly.
Season the potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
Assemble dish: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces evenly among the potatoes for even cooking.
Bake initial: Bake the chicken and potatoes uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Stir the potatoes once halfway through baking to ensure even roasting.
Prepare garlic butter: While baking, combine the melted unsalted butter with minced garlic in a small bowl to create a flavorful garlic butter sauce.
Add Parmesan finish: After the 30-minute bake, remove the dish from the oven. Drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the chicken and potatoes, then generously sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Finish baking: Return the baking dish to the oven and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Garnish and serve: Once done, optionally sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve the dish hot for a delicious meal.

Notes

You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
Yukon Gold potatoes are a great alternative to baby potatoes.
Make sure to stir the potatoes halfway through baking to ensure they roast evenly.
Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it is fully cooked (165°F).
For extra garlic flavor, add more minced garlic to the butter mixture.
Freshly grated Parmesan gives the best flavor; pre-grated cheese may not melt as well.
Optional fresh parsley adds a nice color and freshness when garnishing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, roasted chicken and potatoes, baked chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, garlic butter chicken