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Crispy Beginner Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes Recipe Easy Perfect Dinner

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A simple, fuss-free sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin chicken thighs and perfectly roasted potatoes, ideal for busy weeknights and beginner cooks.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided: 2 tbsp for potatoes, 1 tbsp for chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or rosemary)
  • Salt to taste (kosher salt recommended)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Lemon (optional, for squeezing before serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and cut 1.5 pounds of Yukon gold potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
  3. Toss potatoes in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste until evenly coated.
  4. Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan, giving them space to roast properly.
  5. Pat dry 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with paper towels.
  6. Rub chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then season with garlic powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  7. Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan among the potatoes, ensuring they are not touching.
  8. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes. Halfway through (around 20 minutes), flip the potatoes using tongs but leave the chicken skin-side up.
  9. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and that the skin is golden and crispy, and potatoes are tender with crisp edges.
  10. Let the chicken rest a few minutes off the heat.
  11. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and potatoes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Flip potatoes halfway through cooking for even browning. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. For extra crispiness, broil for last 2-3 minutes but watch closely to prevent burning. Avoid using chicken breasts for this recipe as they tend to dry out. Leftovers reheat best in a hot oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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