Description
Bold, spicy, and utterly comforting—Oven-Roasted Cajun Chicken and Garlic Potatoes with Parmesan is a one-pan dinner that brings maximum flavor with minimal effort. Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken and crispy roasted garlic potatoes are finished with a touch of Parmesan and fresh parsley for a satisfying and hearty meal. It’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners, cozy weekend cooking, or easy meal prep. Whether you're searching for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes, or family-friendly comfort food, this dish checks every box and delivers big.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1.5 pounds red potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease it.
2. Wash and chop the red potatoes into 1-inch chunks and place them in a large bowl.
3. Toss the potatoes with half of the olive oil, half of the Cajun seasoning, half the salt and pepper, and all the minced garlic.
4. In another bowl, toss the chicken thighs (cut or whole) with the remaining olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
5. Spread the potatoes out evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Nestle the chicken pieces between the potatoes in a single layer.
6. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, tossing everything halfway through for even cooking.
7. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are golden and crispy.
8. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese while hot.
9. Finish with fresh chopped parsley just before serving.
10. Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd your pan—use two trays if needed for maximum crispiness.
Always toss the potatoes and chicken halfway through roasting to ensure even browning.
Add the Parmesan cheese while everything is still hot so it melts slightly into the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: oven roasted chicken, cajun chicken, garlic potatoes, easy dinner, one pan meal