Easy One-Pan Lemon Chicken & Potatoes — A Delicious Weeknight Dinner
When you want a comforting homemade dinner without spending the whole evening in the kitchen, this One-Pan Lemon Chicken & Potatoes is a great choice.
Tender chicken, golden potatoes, fresh lemon, and simple seasonings come together in one baking dish for a flavorful meal with easy cleanup.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
How to Make It
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
- Place the halved potatoes in the dish. Add olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then toss everything together.
- Arrange the chicken thighs over the potatoes and season the chicken lightly with the remaining spices.
- Add the lemon slices around the chicken and potatoes, spreading them throughout the dish.
- Bake for about 35–40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender and golden.
- If you want a little more color on top, broil for a few minutes at the end while watching the dish carefully.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Kitchen Tip
Try to cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces. This helps them roast evenly and finish at about the same time as the chicken.
What to Serve With It
This chicken and potato dinner pairs nicely with a crisp green salad, steamed vegetables, or warm bread. Since the potatoes make the meal filling, a light side is often all you need.