Description
Succulent garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes blend Italian herbs with crispy roasted goodness. Mediterranean flavors elevate this simple one-pan dinner that delivers comfort and elegance you can savor with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 lbs (680 grams) baby potatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a spacious baking vessel with cooking spray or oil.
- Craft a vibrant seasoning mixture by blending olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, smoky paprika, and zesty red pepper flakes in a generous mixing bowl.
- Introduce chicken pieces and diced potatoes into the seasoning blend, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly and evenly coated with the aromatic mixture.
- Position chicken breasts centrally in the prepared baking dish, then artfully distribute potato chunks around the protein in a uniform, single layer to promote even roasting.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and roast for approximately 35-40 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes develop a crisp, golden exterior.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and herbal freshness, and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice-sensitive palates or adding more for extra kick.
- Ensure even cooking by cutting potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces to guarantee consistent browning and texture.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb option by replacing potatoes with cauliflower florets or diced zucchini for a lighter alternative.
- Elevate meal prep by marinating chicken in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before baking to intensify flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 377 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 405 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg