One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs simmered with tender garlic potatoes in a vibrant lemon sauce, all cooked together in one pot for an effortless dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, halved baby potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Season 6 bone-in chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika, then sear skin-side down for 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
  2. Step 2: Flip the chicken thighs and add 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes and 6 minced garlic cloves around them. Sauté together for 2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1 cup chicken broth and 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice over the chicken and potatoes. Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary evenly. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, with the sauce slightly reduced.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy 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 halved baby potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken with Crispy Potatoes?

Mediterranean 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.

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