One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted Potatoes
Juicy chicken thighs seared in garlic butter, paired with tender herb roasted potatoes all cooked together in one pan for an effortless dinner. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, russet potatoes, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes russet potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb cubed russet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1/2 tbsp chopped thyme until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp paprika.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until melted and sizzling. Add the chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown and edges are crispy.
- Step 4: Flip the chicken thighs and add the tossed potatoes around the chicken in the skillet. Add the remaining 2 tbsp butter and 5 minced garlic cloves, stirring the garlic quickly to release aroma for 30 seconds.
- Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes are tender.
- Step 6: Remove skillet from oven and sprinkle the remaining chopped rosemary and thyme over the dish. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted 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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted 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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted 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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Roasted Potatoes?
American 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.
