Herb-Crusted Chicken and Potato Casserole

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A baked comfort dish with crispy chicken, fluffy potatoes, and a herby cheese topping for a golden crust. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, baby potatoes, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 lb, halved baby potatoes
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
Step 3: Place 4 bone-in chicken thighs skin-side up in the dish. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 4: Arrange 1 lb baby potatoes, halved, around the chicken. Pour 1/2 cup whole milk over the potatoes and chicken.
Step 5: Sprinkle the herb-crusted Parmesan mixture over the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the crust is golden and crispy. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.