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One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken with Baby Potatoes

An easy and delicious one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken thighs and tender baby potatoes with bright lemon and garlic flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs trim excess fat
  • 1.5 lb baby potatoes halved if larger than 1 inch
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper divided, freshly ground
  • 4 cups baby spinach packed
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper together. Set this mixture aside.
Prepare Chicken and Potatoes
  1. On a large baking sheet, add the baby potatoes. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Place the chicken thighs among the potatoes, skin side up.
Seasoning
  1. Pour the garlic and lemon mixture over the chicken and potatoes, spreading it evenly. Make sure the chicken is well coated.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
  2. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, take the baking sheet out and add the baby spinach on top. Return it to the oven for the remaining time until the spinach is wilted.
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Once done, remove from the oven. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure your oven is preheated for even cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon and garlic mixture for a few hours before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.