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Crispy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Potatoes

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy skin chicken thighs roasted with baby potatoes, brightened with lemon juice and fresh herbs for a flavorful, comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes), halved or quartered
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 crushed garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, crushed garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Cut baby potatoes in halves or quarters depending on size. Add to the marinade and toss well to coat. Set aside.
  4. Pat dry chicken thighs with paper towels. Add chicken to the marinade bowl and turn to coat evenly.
  5. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken skin-side down and sear for about 5 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy. Avoid moving the chicken too much.
  6. Flip the chicken thighs over and nestle the marinated potatoes around them in the skillet. Pour any remaining marinade over the potatoes.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
  8. Remove skillet from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before searing is essential for crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C). Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow proper browning. If potatoes aren’t crisp enough, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning. Rest chicken after roasting to keep it juicy. Fresh herbs provide better flavor than dried; if using dried, use half the amount.

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

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