Here’s a cozy, flavorful, and satisfying dish: Chicken Thighs & Potatoes Delight — a one-pan wonder that combines crispy, juicy chicken thighs with tender, herb-roasted potatoes. It’s simple to make, but packed with rustic charm and bold taste.
🍗 Chicken Thighs & Potatoes Delight
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Serves: 4
🧾 Ingredients
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 500g (1 lb) baby potatoes or regular potatoes, cut into chunks
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Season the Chicken
- Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and herbs.
- Rub with half the minced garlic and 1 tbsp olive oil.
3. Prepare the Potatoes
- In a bowl, toss potatoes with the remaining garlic, olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spread potatoes on a baking tray or oven-safe skillet.
4. Combine & Bake
- Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up among the potatoes.
- Roast for 40–45 minutes, until chicken skin is golden and crispy, and potatoes are tender.
- (Optional: broil for the last 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.)
5. Finish & Serve
- Squeeze lemon juice over the top.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve hot — straight from the pan!
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Pair with a light green salad or steamed green beans.
- Add carrots, red onions, or bell peppers to the tray for a veggie boost.
Would you like a creamy mustard sauce to drizzle over, or a slow cooker version of this dish?