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Cozy Garlic Chicken and Potatoes – Easy One Pan Dinner

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This cozy garlic chicken and potatoes recipe is a one-pan dinner featuring crispy chicken thighs, tender baby potatoes, and sweet roasted garlic. It’s simple, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (yellow, red, or mix)
  • 1 whole head garlic, cloves separated (skins on)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position rack in center.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim excess skin/fat. Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let sit at room temperature while prepping potatoes (about 10 minutes).
  3. Wash baby potatoes; cut larger ones in half for even size. In a bowl, toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh herb leaves (stripped from stems).
  4. Separate garlic cloves (leave skins on). Toss with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  5. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil. Once shimmering, place chicken skin-side down. Sear undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Flip chicken skin-side up. Scatter seasoned potatoes and garlic cloves around chicken. Tuck remaining herb sprigs in between.
  7. Transfer skillet to oven. Roast for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender. Garlic should be soft and golden.
  8. Remove from oven; rest 5 minutes. Squeeze roasted garlic from skins. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve straight from skillet.

Notes

For best results, pat chicken dry thoroughly for crispy skin. If potatoes aren’t tender when chicken is done, remove chicken and roast potatoes another 5-10 minutes. Leftovers keep in fridge up to 4 days; reheat in 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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