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Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Sheet Pan with Potatoes for a simple, delicious meal.

Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Sheet Pan with Potatoes

A cozy, easy one-pan dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs and garlicky roasted baby potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 585
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Boneless works too
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes or Yukon golds, cut small Cut into halves or quarters
  • 1/2 cup butter Do not be shy with this
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Garlic paste works in a pinch
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried thyme
Optional Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lemon wedges For a bright finish
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Line a sheet pan with parchment for easier cleanup, if preferred.
  3. Cut the baby potatoes into halves or quarters based on their size.
  4. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika, then spread them out on the sheet pan.
  5. Roast the potatoes in the oven for about 12 to 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Meanwhile, pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika.
  3. Melt the butter, then stir in the minced garlic and dried herbs.
  4. After the potatoes have roasted, scoot them around and place the chicken thighs in the pan.
  5. Spoon the garlic butter over the chicken and potatoes.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness (165°F in the thickest part of the chicken).
  7. For extra crispy skin, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning the garlic.

Notes

Leftovers stay good for up to 4 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.