A simple, flavorful, and crispy garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes baked to perfection on a single sheet pan!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Potatoes:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (Yukon gold or red potatoes work best)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning (or mix of oregano, thyme, and basil)
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a kick)
For Garnish (Optional):
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra Parmesan for topping
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
2. Season the Potatoes
- In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes with 1½ tbsp olive oil, half of the minced garlic, ¼ cup Parmesan, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp Italian seasoning.
- Spread the potatoes evenly on one side of the baking sheet, cut side down.
3. Season the Chicken
- In the same bowl, mix the chicken breasts with the remaining olive oil, garlic, Parmesan, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Place the seasoned chicken on the other side of the baking sheet.
4. Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through.
- If you want extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end until golden brown.
5. Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Serve with lemon wedges for added freshness.
Tips & Variations:
✅ Add Veggies – Toss in green beans, asparagus, or broccoli for a complete one-pan meal.
✅ Use Bone-In Chicken – Adjust the cooking time to 40-45 minutes for bone-in thighs.
✅ Spicy Version – Add cayenne pepper or more red pepper flakes.
Enjoy this crispy, cheesy, garlicky chicken and potatoes with minimal cleanup! 🍗🥔😋
