Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe offers a deliciously savory combination of tender chicken breasts and crispy roasted baby potatoes coated in a rich garlic parmesan butter sauce. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, this one-pan meal is easy to prepare and filled with flavor, making it an ideal dinner for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (pat dry before seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for chicken)
For the Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (halved evenly)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
For the Garlic Parmesan Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional pinch red pepper flakes
- Optional lemon zest
- Optional sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes and baking the chicken.
- Roast Potatoes: Toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven until they start to brown and become crisp on the edges, about 15-20 minutes.
- Season Chicken: While the potatoes roast, pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika to infuse deep savory flavors.
- Prepare Garlic Parmesan Butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and garlic powder. Mix well to form a thick, flavorful paste that will coat the chicken and potatoes.
- Arrange Ingredients on Baking Pan: Once the potatoes have started to brown, spread them evenly to the sides of the pan. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the center. Brush the chicken and potatoes generously with the garlic parmesan butter mixture. Optionally, add red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or fresh rosemary/thyme sprigs for added flavor and aroma.
- Bake: Continue baking everything in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, and the potatoes are crisp and tender—this typically takes an additional 20-25 minutes. Halfway through baking, brush the chicken and potatoes again with the garlic parmesan butter to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for five minutes to retain its juices. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry before seasoning helps achieve a better crust when baked.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture in the coating.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Lemon zest adds a refreshing brightness that balances the richness of the dish.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme can be placed on top during baking for aromatic notes.
- Ensure potatoes are evenly halved for uniform cooking.
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, one-pan meal, baked chicken, Italian seasoning, garlic butter chicken
