Here’s a delicious, comforting Chicken and Potato Bake—simple, flavorful, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
🍗 Chicken and Potato Bake
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts (thighs recommended for juiciness)
- 4–5 medium potatoes, sliced or cubed
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or parmesan)
- Optional: 1 cup cherry tomatoes or sliced bell peppers
- Optional garnish: parsley or green onions
🔥 Instructions
1. Preheat
Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a baking dish (9×13).
2. Season the chicken
In a bowl, coat chicken with:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
Set aside.
3. Prepare the potatoes
In the baking dish, toss potatoes and onions with:
- Remaining olive oil
- Oregano/Italian seasoning
- Minced garlic
- Salt & pepper
Spread evenly.
4. Add the chicken
Place seasoned chicken pieces on top of the potatoes.
Add optional veggies like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
5. Bake
Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until:
- Chicken is golden and fully cooked (165°F / 74°C internal temp)
- Potatoes are tender
If using cheese, sprinkle it on during the final 10 minutes.
6. Serve
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley or green onions.
🌟 Optional Variations
Creamy Chicken & Potato Bake
Mix ½ cup cream or 1 can cream of chicken soup into the potatoes before baking.
Lemon Herb Version
Add:
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Fresh rosemary or thyme
Cheesy Bacon Version
Add bacon bits and cheddar on top in the last 10 minutes.
Mediterranean Style
Add olives, cherry tomatoes, feta, and oregano.
If you want, I can give you a one-pan skillet version, slow cooker version, or a garlic parmesan version!
