Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
A simple and hearty sheet pan chicken and potatoes recipe featuring tender chicken breasts roasted alongside flavorful baby potatoes seasoned with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. This one-pan meal is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Chicken and Potatoes
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the chicken and potatoes evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Make Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and pepper, mixing well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Season Potatoes: Toss the halved or quartered baby potatoes in about half of the olive oil seasoning mixture until evenly coated, then spread them out evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs on the baking sheet next to the potatoes, arranging them so they aren’t overcrowded for even cooking.
- Drizzle Seasoning: Drizzle the remaining olive oil seasoning mixture over the chicken to infuse it with flavor and help it brown nicely.
- Roast: Roast the chicken and potatoes in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 75°C) and the potatoes are golden brown and tender.
- Rest: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes to keep it juicy before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh, bright finish and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or Brussels sprouts to the sheet pan for added color and nutrition.
- To add some heat, include chili flakes or cayenne pepper in the seasoning mix.
- Swap baby potatoes for sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist on this dish.
- Prepare ahead by seasoning chicken and potatoes and storing in the fridge until ready to roast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with potatoes (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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