Description
Craving an all-in-one, comforting dinner that’s both easy and full of flavor? This One Pan Chicken and Potatoes with Gravy is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals. It brings together crispy chicken thighs, creamy baby potatoes, and a homemade onion-infused gravy—all in a single skillet. This easy recipe saves you cleanup time while packing every bite with savory goodness. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, food ideas that please a crowd, or a hearty, easy dinner recipe that never fails—this one’s a keeper.
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 1/2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved if large
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and sear for another 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add butter. Once melted, sauté sliced onions for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Sprinkle in flour and stir continuously for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits.
5. Add potatoes, thyme, and rosemary. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Return chicken to the pan, skin-side up. Transfer to a 400°F (200°C) oven and roast for 25–30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Spoon gravy over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve directly from the skillet.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs ahead of time.
If your gravy thickens too much, stir in a little warm broth before serving.
Yukon Gold potatoes give the best creamy texture, but you can swap in carrots or sweet potatoes for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: easy dinner, one-pan chicken, chicken and potatoes, quick dinner, comfort food, skillet meal