Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed Potatoes

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A sun-drenched French classic featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked with ripe tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, served over garlic-infused roasted potatoes for an authentic southern French experience. This french-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, finely diced shallot, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 French cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 3 minutes more. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then sauté diced shallot and minced garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in canned diced tomatoes (with juice), 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Step 3: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the tomato sauce, skin-side up. Scatter halved baby potatoes around the chicken. Cover the skillet with a lid and transfer to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove lid, let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with the potatoes and sauce spooned over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed 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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed 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 Provençal Tomato & Herb Chicken with Herbed 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.

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