Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes

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Juicy oven-roasted chicken paired with crispy homemade potato latkes served alongside classic applesauce for a traditional Hanukkah meal. This middle eastern-inspired hanukkah ready in about 70 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 4.2 (12 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 45 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 6 bone-in chicken thighs with 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Arrange the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 35-40 minutes until skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Step 2: While chicken roasts, prepare latkes. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 grated russet potatoes and 1 grated medium yellow onion. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 large eggs and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour to the potato mixture, stirring until well combined and batter holds together.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Drop 2 tbsp latke batter per latke into hot oil, flattening slightly with the back of a spoon. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer cooked latkes to paper towels to drain.
  5. Step 5: Serve the roasted chicken hot with the crispy potato latkes alongside 1 cup applesauce sprinkled with 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for dipping or topping.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (25 min prep + 45 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 Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes?

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 Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes?

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 Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Oven-Roasted Chicken with Applesauce and Potato Latkes?

Middle Eastern hanukkah 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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