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One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Dinner

One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Dinner for Easy Comfort

This One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Dinner offers hearty comfort in minimal time, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs ideal for moisture and flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with canola oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Potatoes
  • 1 pound baby potatoes cut into equal-sized chunks
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter can swap with extra olive oil for dairy-free
For Aromatics and Seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) preferably fresh
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) omit for milder flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice adjust to taste
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped) can use other fresh herbs for variation

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet and sear chicken thighs for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
  5. Combine halved baby potatoes, sautéed garlic, herbs, and seasonings in the skillet until well coated.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, then arrange seared chicken on top of potatoes.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
  8. Remove from oven, drizzle with lemon juice, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. For best results, reheat at 350°F (175°C).

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