Description
This Easy Italian Chicken and Potatoes recipe offers a simple yet flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seasoned with classic Italian herbs and spices, then roasted alongside tender, golden potatoes for a hearty and comforting dish. The blend of garlic, oregano, basil, and thyme delivers authentic Mediterranean flavors that meld beautifully during roasting. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is both satisfying and visually appealing, making it a perfect family dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Potatoes
- 4 medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasonings & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for added color and flavor)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the chicken and potatoes.
- Prepare the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub them evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle and rub the seasoning mix all over the chicken thighs, ensuring even coverage on the skin.
- Season the Potatoes: In a separate bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of the seasoning mix.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up in a single layer on a large baking dish or roasting pan. Scatter the seasoned potatoes around the chicken in a single layer.
- Roast: Roast everything in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden. Halfway through cooking, stir the potatoes gently to promote even browning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the chicken and potatoes before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and juiciness.
- Cut potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Feel free to substitute with red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes for a different texture.
- Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking.
- Adding paprika is optional but enhances both color and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
