Garlic Butter Baked Chicken and Potatoes

Tender, juicy chicken breasts baked with golden potatoes, sweet onions, and a delicious garlic butter sauce. This easy one-pan dinner is packed with homemade flavor and makes a comforting meal for the whole family.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1½ lbs (680 g) baby potatoes, halved or sliced thick

1 large onion, thinly sliced

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation Steps

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
2. Prepare the potatoes: Place the potatoes and sliced onion in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with half the salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Toss well.
3. Start baking: Pour the chicken broth around the potatoes. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes to give the potatoes a head start.
4. Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, thyme, and the remaining seasonings.
5. Add the chicken: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Arrange the chicken breasts over the potatoes and onions. Brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
6. Bake until tender: Return to the oven, uncovered, for 25–35 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the potatoes should be fork-tender.
7. Finish and garnish: For a lightly golden finish, broil for 2–3 minutes, watching carefully. Spoon the buttery pan juices over the chicken and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
8. Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted potatoes and onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–55 minutes
Servings: 4

Juicy chicken, buttery potatoes, and savory garlic sauce make this simple oven-baked dinner a family favorite.

Would you serve this with a fresh garden salad or warm homemade bread?