Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs & Roasted Potatoes šŸ—šŸ„”

Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken thighs nestled with golden roasted potatoes—all baked in a garlicky, buttery herb sauce for a one-pan wonder that’s weeknight-easy but fancy enough for company!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

āœ” One-pan magic ā€“ Minimal cleanup!
āœ” Crispy chicken + tender potatoes ā€“ The perfect texture duo
āœ” Budget-friendly ā€“ Chicken thighs stay moist and flavorful
āœ” Meal-prep hero ā€“ Reheats beautifully


Ingredients (Serves 4)

Main Ingredients

  • 6Ā bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 lbsĀ baby potatoes, halved
  • 3 tbspĀ olive oil

  • 1 tspĀ salt
  • ½ tspĀ black pepper

Garlic-Herb Sauce

  • 4 tbspĀ butter, melted
  • 4Ā garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbspĀ fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbspĀ fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • ½ tspĀ paprika

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions

1ļøāƒ£ Prep & Preheat

  • Preheat oven toĀ 425°F (220°C).

2ļøāƒ£ Season & Sear Chicken

  1. Pat chicken dry, then rub withĀ 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. HeatĀ 1 tbsp olive oilĀ in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high.
  3. Sear chickenĀ skin-side down 5-6 minsĀ until golden. Flip and searĀ 2 mins. Transfer to a plate.

3ļøāƒ£ Roast Potatoes

  1. Toss potatoes withĀ 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepperĀ in the same skillet.
  2. RoastĀ 15 minsĀ until starting to soften.

4ļøāƒ£ Combine & Bake

  1. Nestle chicken among potatoes.
  2. WhiskĀ melted butter, garlic, herbs, and paprika, then drizzle over chicken.
  3. Bake 20-25 mins until chicken hits 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender.

5ļøāƒ£ Broil & Serve

  • BroilĀ 2-3 minsĀ for extra crispy skin (optional).
  • Garnish withĀ parsley and lemon.

Pro Tips

šŸ”„ Extra crispy skin? Pat chicken very dry before searing.
šŸ‹ Brighten it up: Add 1 tsp lemon zest to the butter sauce.
🌿 No fresh herbs? Use 2 tsp Italian seasoning instead.


Serving Ideas

šŸ„— With a simple green salad ā€“ Balances the richness
šŸž Soak up sauce ā€“ Crusty bread is a must!
šŸ· Pair with Chardonnay or Pinot Noir

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