Chicken Potato Bake – Potatoes tossed in garlic and olive oil and baked to a golden brown with tender, juicy chicken thighs. This really easy chicken thighs recipe with potatoes is a family favorite! Its my go-to recipe for when I need no-fuss, quick dinner ideas
This might seem kind of crazy, but I often sit down to do my meal plan for the upcoming week, and I am stumped.
What?!? I know, I know, you are probably wondering how can that be, since I have a website with a ton of recipes from which to choose.
You would think that meal planning would be the last thing that stumps me, right? Ha!
Well, I think it is a similar phenomenon as the one that causes Thing 1 and Thing 2 to meander into our fully stocked kitchen, look through the pantry and fridge, and declare that there is nothing to eat!
I have come to realize that I can never go wrong with chicken recipes for dinner. No one complains and everyone practically licks their plate (and the casserole dish too!).
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Whenever I get that meal planning ‘block’, or whatever you want to call it, I pull up one or two of my go-to dishes, plop them in the meal planner, and somehow that jump-starts my brain so that I can finish the entire meal plan.
This Chicken Potato Bake is one of my go-to dishes. I have served it more times than I can remember, and every time it is a big hit in the family.
In this recipe, I baked boneless chicken thighs in the oven along with the potatoes. They both cook in the same amount of time, so, it makes them a perfect match. If you don’t have chicken thighs, you can also try using chicken breasts in this recipe.
For the potatoes, you can choose between Russet potatoes, red potatoes or white potatoes. I keep the skin on because it adds texture and its also contains a lot of the nutrition.
Potatoes tossed in garlic and olive oil and baked to a golden brown right in the same dish with tender, juicy chicken thighs practically guarantees a successful meal every time. Add a side salad or some steamed veggies like my easy roasted Brussels sprouts and dinner is complete!
The cheese in this recipe brings all the ingredients together and gives the casserole that delicious crusty look. I found that using freshly shredded mozzarella works best. However, if you don’t have fresh mozzarella, using store-bought mozzarella will taste good too.
It only takes this chicken potato bake about 25 minutes to finish cooking. I serve it right after I remove it from the oven and I can still hear the sizzling! When I remove it from the oven, it fills the whole house with a delicious baked chicken and potato aroma.
This aroma is so heavenly that I don’t even have to call everyone to the dinner table. The aroma brings everyone running to the dinner table!
What’s your favorite chicken thighs recipe?
If you like easy chicken recipes, check out my other family favorites like:
Crock Pot Chicken Thighs in Beer Sauce
Baked Chicken Fried Steak
Danielle’s Super Easy Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken Potato Bake
Chicken Potato Bake
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes medium-sized, cut into 3/4" cube (russet, white, and red are all good choices, no need to peel)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken (I like to use thighs)
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- parsley (optional, freshly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F/220 degrees C.
- Place the potato cubes in a large bowl, add the garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Spray a large (9x13) baking dish with non stick spray.
Spread potato mixture in dish and bake about 15 minutes.
- Remove baking dish from oven and place the chicken pieces in the dish, nestling them down into the potato mixture a bit.
If desired, brush the top of each chicken piece with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked and potatoes are browned.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top, return to the oven and bake for a few more minutes to melt the cheese.
- When serving, sprinkle chopped parsley on top (if desired).
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Ahsharah Edwards says
So much mom wants me to find recipes for next week, but im like ,ok??? But this was definitely delicious dinner thank you. I had to double it cuz 12 people whare there. 😊😀😁 😋
Kristin says
Oh good, so glad you liked it! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
Sally Marie says
I have made this several times and my family loves it. Thanks!
Lisa@eatfrysmith says
I had a new recipe for chicken baked. It’s amazing baked I wait for a new recipe from you
Alana B says
I absolutely love this recipe! I add some bacon bits when i throw it in the oven, and then serve it with some sour cream mixed it and it is amazing!! Its perfect for a quick and easy dinner for my husband and I! Thanks for sharing!
Kristin says
Love those ideas, yum! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Kristi says
I made this for supper tonight and it was really good. I added some extra seasoning, some dried parsley and extra salt and pepper to it and I’ll definitely make it again.
sanchez says
My brother like both chicken and potato, but doesn’t know what recipe can fit both in one dish. If Isend him your recipe, he would be very happy!
Anthony Allen says
This was delicious. It is the best stuffing I have ever made. Our guests raved about it. Thanks for your sharing!
Sara says
My husband can’t eat olive oil, could I substitute it with butter?
Kristin says
I don’t see why not! 🙂
Marsha says
I made this tonight and will definitely make it again. It’ s a keeper!
Kristin says
So glad to hear that you like it, Marsha! Thank you for stopping by! 🙂
Dixie says
Making this right now. Threw in some fresh rosemary and thyme right off ththe plant in with the potatoes and a few chopped up onions too. I have breasts, not thighs, so I’m going to cut them up some so they dont dry out having to cook so long.
Kristin says
Excellent ideas! Thanks for sharing!
Steve says
Tonight I needed to use boneless chicken breast and didn’t want another rice or pasta dish. Concept sounded great. While the potatoes with cheese were good, the chicken was somewhat boring. I always parboil potatoes prior to roasting, and added a bit of Italian seasoning to the chicken. Even squeezed fresh lemon on the chicken before adding cheese. Maybe I’m just addicted to fattening sauces and need to get used to simpler cooking. Thanks for the inspiration!
Kelly Potter says
Made this tonight. It was good, but my family and I thought it needed more cheese, so next time I will add more than the recipe calls for. My husband asked me if I salted it, so I suppose I will add more salt too. I’m not the best cook, so not sure what spices I could add to give it a little more zing, any suggestions?
Kristin says
I would add a little more pepper, or if you like some heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes!
daniazkitchen says
Wow, I am in love with this recipe of potatoes and chicken and thinking to try it soon.
Kristin says
Yay! I hope you like it! 🙂
Julie @ Back To My Southern Roots says
Mmm… looks delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe with us. Chicken and potatoes is such a great staple and comfort food.
Antonia (Zoale) says
Looks like an awesome weeknight meal I am looking forward to trying this out. Thank you for sharing at Fiesta Friday@
Of Goats and Greens says
Nice and simple, for a great weeknight dinner! I love that the chicken and potatoes can go in the oven at the same time, together in one dish.
Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday.
Jess says
I bet this is simply amazing!! 🙂
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