Need a delicious, baked garlic parmesan chicken recipe? This super easy sheet pan garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes is made on one pan and your oven does all the work. Fantastic meal prep recipe!
Are you looking for a flavorful, savory chicken recipe that can be made on one pan in the oven? This simple, delicious garlic parmesan chicken recipe comes together quickly and easily.
Made with simple ingredients that you likely already have in your fridge and freezer, this chicken recipe is fantastic for a quick weeknight dinner idea. This recipe is also great as a meal prep option to make and prep for later in the week for lunches or dinners.
What do I need to make garlic parmesan chicken?
- Boneless chicken breasts – chicken breasts are great for cutting into pieces and baking. You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- Red potatoes – baby, or regular red potatoes are great for cutting and baking. No need to peel, these potatoes are sweet and roast well with the skin on.
- Minced garlic – to save time I like to use jarred minced garlic. You can also peel and mince cloves of garlic.
- Grated parmesan cheese – this can be found in the grocery store near the Italian foods, and also near the shredded cheeses. It is a shelf-stable product that does not need refrigeration. You could also grate a wedge of parmesan cheese.
- Olive oil – ideal for roasting the potatoes and chicken, the olive oil will prevent these items from sticking to your sheet pan. You could also use avocado oil in place of olive oil.
Spices to use for baked garlic parmesan chicken:
- Paprika
- Garlic salt
- Onion powder
- Parsley
- Ground pepper
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for the recipe. Thanks!
How do I make garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes in the oven?
Begin by measuring out your spices into a small bowl. Stir the spices together, then divide evenly into two separate portions (about 1 tablespoon for each portion.) One portion of the spices will go on the potatoes, the other portion will go on the chicken.
What potatoes are best for roasting with chicken?
Either red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes are ideal for roasting with chicken. These potatoes are more firm than regular Russet potatoes and will hold their shape when roasted. These potatoes are also sweeter, which is ideal for roasting.
Cut the potatoes into small bite-sized pieces, about 1″ – 1 1/2″ inches. Add the potatoes to a mixing bowl and top with olive oil, garlic, parmesan cheese and one portion of the spices.
Mix together with a rubber scraper to coat the potatoes evenly.
Do potatoes need longer to cook than chicken?
Typically, when roasted on the same pan, potatoes will need longer to bake. Bake the potatoes at 400 degrees for 15 minutes before adding the chicken to the pan.
What can I add to chicken for extra flavor?
For this garlic parmesan chicken, we’ll add minced garlic, grated parmesan cheese and spices. Stir these together in a mixing bowl along with the diced chicken.
Add the coated chicken pieces to the sheet pan with the pre-roasted potatoes. Bake as directed.
Here are some variations to try:
- Creamy Parmesan Option: once the chicken is done baking, and about 1/2 cup of cream and additional parmesan cheese to give it a creamy texture.
- Melted Mozzarella Topping: once the chicken is done baking, top it with shredded mozzarella cheese. Place it in the oven for 1-2 more minutes to melt the cheese.
Ingredient Substitutions and Recommendations:
- Red onion – adding a diced red onion along with the potatoes will add some great flavor and color to the roasted potatoes.
- Vegetables – adding in some broccoli, carrots, butternut squash, or turnips would add some additional flavor, texture and color to the dish. The addition of veggies add some additional nutrients, vitamins, minerals and fiber.
- Chicken thighs for breasts – prefer the flavor of chicken thighs to breasts? Feel free to substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs for breasts.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the recipe at the bottom of the post. Thanks!
Can I bake chicken and potatoes on the same pan?
When baking chicken and potatoes together on the same pan, you’ll need to bake the potatoes longer. Potatoes will need about 25-30 minutes to soften and cook through, whereas chicken will only need about 20 minutes to cook through.
I recommend baking the potatoes first for 15 minutes, then add the chicken and continue to bake for another 20 minutes. This will allow the potatoes to bake and soften without overcooking the chicken.
I use this same technique of baking both potatoes and chicken on the same sheet pan in my Sheet Pan Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs recipe.
What Temperature Should Garlic Parmesan Chicken Be Cooked To?
It is recommended that chicken be cooked to an internal temperature of 165° for safe consumption. I recommend using a digital meat thermometer to test the chicken. When chicken breasts are cut into 1″ chunks like in this recipe, the chicken will reach 165° at about the 20 minute mark. Baking the chicken at 400° tends to be the best temperature to cook the chicken without overcooking or drying it out.
What can I serve with garlic parmesan chicken?
Garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes are great served with a vegetable side or salad. Here are some of our most popular salads and side dishes:
- Sauteed Broccoli with Garlic
- Roasted Rainbow Carrots
- Sauteed Carrots
- Healthy Green Bean Casserole
- Italian Chopped Salad
- Blueberry Spring Mix Salad
FAQ’s for making Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes
Yes, you can definitely use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. Thighs will typically have a little more fat than leaner chicken breasts. You can trim off the excess fat when cutting the chicken into pieces.
Either red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes are ideal for roasting with chicken. These potatoes are more firm than regular Russet potatoes and will hold their shape when roasted. These potatoes are also sweeter, which is ideal for roasting. Cutting into 1″ cubes will help the potatoes cook evenly.
Yes, this garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes can be frozen. I recommend using freezer-safe meal prep containers, which is great for freezing into individual portions. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, and reheat in the oven at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until completely warmed through.
Yes, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and Brussels sprouts are all great options. I recommend adding the vegetables to the pan with the potatoes, as they need about the same time in the oven to cook through.
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°. The chicken cubes will reach this cooked temperature when cooking at 400° for about 20 minutes. For best results, be sure to check the chicken with a digital meat themometer to ensure safety.
Storage, Reheating & Freezing Instructions for sheet pan chicken
- Storage: for best results, store your chicken and potatoes in an airtight, resealable container in the refrigerator. When kept refrigerated, the chicken and potatoes will keep for up to 5 days. Individual meal prep containers (pictured above) are also great for storing individual servings, which are great for lunches.
- Reheating: you have a couple options for reheating your chicken and potatoes. For microwave, reheat on 1-minute increments, turning the chicken and potatoes after each interval. Total time will be approximately 90 seconds. You can also reheat the chicken and potatoes in an air-fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 350, and reheat for 3-4 minutes or until completely heated through.
- Freezing: this chicken and potatoes can defintely be frozen. For individual servings, place into freezer-safe meal prep containers, making sure the food has cooled completely to room temperature. For an entire pan, transfer the food to a freezer-safe bag, making sure that most of the air is pressed out. When kept frozen, the chicken and potaotes will keep for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat from the instructions above.
Love cooking with boneless chicken breasts? Here are some other chicken breast recipes:
- Honey Sesame Chicken
- Italian Grilled Chicken
- Honey Dijon Chicken
- Baked Italian Chicken
- Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
- Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken
- Creamy Pasta with Chicken and Mushrooms
- Creamy Parmesan Marry Me Chicken Orzo
- 30 One Pan Chicken Dinner Recipes
- Cashew Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
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Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes
Equipment
- Sheet Pan These USA stainless steel sheet pans are great for one-pan meals!
- Mixing Bowls These stainless steel mixing bowls are an essential cooking tool for every kitchen.
- Rubber Scrapers These Cuisinart rubber scraper spatulas are fantastic for fillings, batters, and so much more!
Ingredients
Spice Mix:
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
Chicken and Potatoes:
- 1 1/2 lbs. chicken breasts, boneless skinless cut into 1" pieces
- 24 oz. red potatoes cut into 1" cubes
- 4 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese divided
- 2 Tablespoons minced garlic divided
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray a large sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set prepared pan aside.
Spice Mixture:
- In a small bowl, add the spices; paprika, garlic salt, onion powder, parsley, and ground pepper. Mix together. Evenly divide the spice mixture (about 1 tablespoon) into two separate portions. One portion will be for the potatoes and the other will be reserved for the chicken.
For the potatoes:
- To a mixing bowl, add the cut potatoes, 2 tablespoons of the grated parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture (making sure to reserve the remaining spices for the chicken.) Using a rubber scraper, mix the potatoes to evenly coat the potatoes.
- Pour the potato mixture on the prepared sheet pan. Keep the potatoes on one side of the pan, reserving space for the chicken to go on later. Roast the potatoes at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. (The potatoes need extra time to cook, so they go into the oven first.)
For the chicken:
- While the potatoes pre-cook, mix together the chicken. To a mixing bowl, add the cut chicken pieces. To the chicken, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of garlic and remaining tablespoon of the spice mixture. Stir together with a rubber scraper to coat the chicken evenly.
- Once the potatoes have cooked for 15 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and add the coated chicken pieces to the other side of the pan. Return the pan to the oven and cook the potatoes and chicken for 20 minutes.
- Once done baking, remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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