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Crispy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken and Potatoes

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring crispy skin chicken thighs and tender, lemony roasted potatoes. Perfect for weeknight meals and crowd-pleasing gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
  • Pinch of paprika or chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary and thyme until well coated.
  3. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels. Rub them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of paprika if using.
  4. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes until the skin is deep golden and crisp. Avoid moving them too much.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs over and nestle the seasoned potatoes around them in the skillet. Pour the juice of 1 lemon over everything and sprinkle with remaining fresh herbs.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender and golden.
  7. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Sear skin-side down first to lock in flavor and texture. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep potatoes crispy. Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness. Let chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy. Leftovers reheat best in a hot oven to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: one-pan, lemon herb chicken, crispy chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free

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