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.
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 do I bake chicken and potatoes?
For best results, chicken and potatoes will cook evenly at 400 degrees in the oven. This 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:
Love cooking with boneless chicken breasts? Here are some other chicken breast recipes:
- Honey Sesame Chicken
- Italian Grilled Chicken with Homemade Herb Marinade
- 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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This was so good! One of the easiest things to make too!