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Easy Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

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A quick and comforting dinner recipe featuring crispy, garlicky Parmesan-crusted chicken thighs roasted alongside tender baby potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
  • 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold or red potatoes recommended)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced (or garlic powder as substitute)
  • ¾ cup (75g) grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine grated Parmesan, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub it all over the skin and underside. Coat each piece generously with the Parmesan-garlic mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  5. Toss the halved baby potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of the Parmesan mixture for extra flavor.
  6. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and place chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for 5-7 minutes until skin is deep golden brown and crispy.
  7. Flip the chicken and add the potatoes around the chicken in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  8. Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
  9. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper browning. Use a thermometer to check chicken internal temperature for juiciness. For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and olive oil with avocado or coconut oil. For gluten-free crispy coating, add almond flour to Parmesan mixture.

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Keywords: crispy chicken, garlic parmesan chicken, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, chicken thighs, Parmesan crust

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