Here’s a delicious and easy Complete Chicken Dinner recipe that includes tender roasted chicken, crispy potatoes, and roasted vegetables—all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup. Perfect for a cozy family meal or a dinner that feels like a special treat!
🍗 Complete Chicken Dinner
🍽️ Serves: 4–6
⏱️ Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
📋 Ingredients:
🔸 For the Chicken:
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or breasts, but thighs are juicier)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 lemon, cut into wedges (for seasoning and serving)
🔸 For the Potatoes:
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4 medium Yukon gold potatoes (or russets), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp rosemary (or thyme)
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Salt & pepper to taste
🔸 For the Vegetables:
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2 cups baby carrots (or regular carrots, sliced)
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1 small red onion, cut into wedges
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1 cup broccoli florets (optional, but adds great color)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
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Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions:
🔸 1. Preheat Oven:
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
🔸 2. Prepare the Chicken:
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Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps to get crispy skin.
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring the skin is fully coated.
🔸 3. Prepare the Potatoes:
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In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
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Spread the potatoes evenly on a large baking sheet or in a roasting pan.
🔸 4. Prepare the Vegetables:
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In the same bowl, toss the carrots, onion wedges, and broccoli (if using) with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Add the vegetables to the pan around the potatoes (don’t crowd them too much—leave space for the chicken).
🔸 5. Roast the Chicken and Vegetables:
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Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the potatoes and vegetables.
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Roast in the preheated oven for 40–50 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), the skin is golden, and the potatoes are tender. If the chicken skin isn’t crispy enough, you can broil it for 2–3 minutes at the end.
🔸 6. Serve:
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Once everything is cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Squeeze fresh lemon wedges over the chicken and veggies for added brightness and flavor.
🧊 Storage:
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Fridge: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Reheat: Warm in the oven or microwave until heated through.
🔄 Variations:
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For extra flavor: Add whole garlic cloves to the veggies and potatoes while roasting.
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Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the chicken rub.
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Add other veggies: Bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms can be swapped in for the broccoli or carrots.