Crispy One-Pan Lemon Herb Spring Chicken with Baby Potatoes
This one-pan chicken recipe merges simplicity with incredible flavors, featuring crispy chicken thighs roasted with aromatic herbs and baby potatoes, making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
- 1/2 pieces lemon zest Zest from half a lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
- Optional: splash of white wine for deglazing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a small bowl, combine chopped rosemary, thyme, and lemon zest. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- In a large bowl, toss halved baby potatoes, smashed garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the herb mixture to coat evenly.
Cooking
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
- Flip the chicken thighs and nestle the potatoes around the chicken in the skillet. Add lemon slices on top and around the pan.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve directly from the skillet for a rustic touch, garnished with fresh herbs. This dish can be served with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.