Description
If you’re craving something hearty, comforting, and irresistibly flavorful, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes is the answer. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are roasted alongside buttery baby potatoes, all coated in a rich garlic-herb butter and finished with a generous layer of melted parmesan cheese. It’s the kind of easy recipe that feels like a hug on a plate—perfect for quick weeknight dinners, cozy weekend meals, or when you’re simply looking for new dinner ideas that don’t require a lot of fuss. With its perfect balance of savory, crispy, cheesy, and juicy, this dish checks all the boxes for anyone hunting for easy dinner recipes, healthy comfort food, or just good food ideas the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Halve or quarter the baby potatoes so they roast evenly.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss chicken and potatoes in the garlic butter mixture until well coated.
- Arrange in a single layer on a large oven-safe skillet or sheet pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, stirring potatoes once halfway through.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the chicken and return to the oven for 5–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.