One-Pan Roasted Chicken and Potatoes
One-Pan Roasted Chicken and Potatoes is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 620 calories per serving. Recipe by J. Kenji López-Alt on YouTube.
Prep: 24 min | Cook: 1 hr 10 min | Total: 1 hr 49 min
Cost: $21.30 total, $5.33 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 lb Yukon Gold Potatoes (peeled and cut in half)
- 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone‑in, skin‑on)
- 4 pieces Chicken Drumsticks (bone‑in, skin‑on)
- 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley (roughly chopped, stems included)
- 2 whole Lemon (juiced; one lemon also sliced for roasting)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cup Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, plus extra for drizzling)
- 2 tsp Granulated Garlic (for the chicken‑potato marinade)
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano (for the chicken‑potato marinade)
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt (plus to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 cups Arugula (for serving)
Instructions
Cut Potatoes
Rinse the Yukon Gold potatoes, peel them, and cut each potato in half to create chunky pieces.
Time: PT5M
Parboil Potatoes
Place the potato halves in a large pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, bring to a simmer, then simmer for about 5 minutes until just tender (a fork should meet little resistance). Drain.
Time: PT10M
Make Fresh Vinaigrette
In a mixing bowl combine the juice of one lemon, minced garlic, chopped parsley, 2 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Stir until emulsified.
Time: PT5M
Divide Vinaigrette
Reserve half of the vinaigrette in a small bowl. To the other half add 2 tsp granulated garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, and an extra 2 Tbsp olive oil; whisk to combine. This becomes the chicken‑potato marinade.
Time: PT3M
Season Chicken
Pat the chicken thighs and drumsticks dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
Time: PT3M
Coat Potatoes with Marinade
Transfer the drained potatoes to a large bowl, pour the garlic‑oregano olive‑oil mixture over them, and toss until evenly coated.
Time: PT3M
Arrange on Sheet Pan
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread the potatoes in a single layer, then place the chicken pieces skin‑side up, arranging them like a puzzle to allow air circulation.
Time: PT5M
First Roast
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) on convection (or 500°F/260°C if using a conventional oven). Roast for 30 minutes.
Time: PT30M
Temperature: 475°F
Flip Potatoes and Finish Roasting
Remove the pan, turn the potatoes over with tongs, then return to the oven for another 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are golden and crisp.
Time: PT30M
Temperature: 475°F
Finish with Fresh Vinaigrette and Greens
Transfer the hot chicken and potatoes to a large serving bowl. Add the reserved raw vinaigrette and toss gently. Add arugula, drizzle a little extra‑virgin olive oil, and give a quick toss.
Time: PT5M
Serve
Plate the chicken and potatoes, optionally garnish with extra lemon wedges, and enjoy while hot.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 35 g
- Carbohydrates
- 45 g
- Fat
- 25 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
Dietary info: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo-friendly
Last updated: April 17, 2026






