Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes emerge as a culinary symphony of flavor, bringing comfort and simplicity to weeknight dinners. Mediterranean-inspired ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a delightful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Calibrate the oven to a toasty 400F (200C), preparing for a one-pan culinary adventure.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend by mixing Italian herbs, smoky paprika, salt, and ground pepper. Massage this aromatic mixture thoroughly into the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Fire up a large oven-safe skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully sear the chicken until a golden-brown crust develops, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a temporary plate.
- Without cleaning the skillet, drizzle additional olive oil and introduce the potato halves. Gently tumble the potatoes to ensure a luxurious oil coating, then sprinkle with a delicate layer of salt and pepper. Arrange potatoes in a uniform layer.
- Generously scatter minced garlic across the potatoes, followed by a snowfall of grated Parmesan cheese, creating a tantalizing flavor foundation.
- Strategically position the seared chicken atop the seasoned potato landscape.
- Slide the entire skillet into the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (75C) and potatoes transform into crispy, tender morsels.
- Extract the skillet from the oven and serve immediately, with an optional final dusting of Parmesan cheese for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Customize spice blend by adjusting paprika and Italian seasoning intensity for personal taste preferences.
- Ensure chicken browns deeply for maximum flavor development and appetizing golden-brown exterior.
- Use fresh grated Parmesan instead of pre-packaged for richer, more authentic cheese flavor profile.
- Select uniform-sized potato halves to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg