One-Pan Tomato-Basil Chicken and Potatoes
Savory chicken thighs and baby potatoes simmered in a tomato-basil sauce until tender and flavorful. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken thighs, baby potatoes, diced tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 10 oz chicken thighs
- 12 oz baby potatoes
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 3 more minutes.
- Step 3: Add baby potatoes to the skillet, then pour in diced tomatoes and minced garlic. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 4: Bring to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender. Stir once halfway through cooking.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Tomato-Basil Chicken and Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Tomato-Basil Chicken and 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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Tomato-Basil Chicken and 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 Tomato-Basil Chicken and Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Tomato-Basil Chicken and Potatoes?
Mediterranean one pot 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.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
- ★☆☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
