Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes
A flavorful roast with aromatic herbs, crispy potatoes, and succulent chicken. This french-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, small cubed potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 1.5 lbs small cubed potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 1.5 lbs small cubed potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Arrange potato mixture in an even layer on the baking sheet. Place chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the potatoes.
- Step 4: Roast for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), and the potatoes are crispy and golden. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes?
French chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
