Roasted Chicken Thighs and Potatoes with Garlic Lemon and Herbs (One Pan)

roastedchickenlegspotatoeslemonherbs One pan roasted chicken and potatoes tossed in the most flavourful lemon spice combo and baked in the oven until juicy tender. It's such an easy weeknight meal.

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. lemon zest, freshly grated (about 3-4 lemons)
3 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. dried thyme
½ tsp. paprika
¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2½ lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks, bone-in, skin-on
1½ lbs russet potatoes
1 large onion, peeled and quartered
1 lemon, thinly sliced
kosher or sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground

Garnish:
fresh parsley, chopped

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C/200°C fan, Gas Mark 7). Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

Add the chicken, potatoes, and onions to a large bowl. Pour the lemon spice mixture, season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss thoroughly to combine.

Arrange the chicken skin side up, potatoes, and onions on the prepared baking pan. I like to lightly season everything with salt and pepper once arranged on the pan to ensure it is seasoned well before going in the oven.

Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake, covered, for 40 minutes.

Uncover, toss the potatoes around and spoon some of pan juices over the chicken. Top with lemon slices, and continue baking, uncovered, for additional 25-30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and potatoes are tender.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cook's Notes:

Chicken: Substitute chicken drumsticks for the thighs. The bake time is the same.
Potatoes: Swap out the russet potatoes for baby gold. They have a delicate, slightly sweet flavour and a creamy texture. Plus you don't have to peel or cut them.
Seasoning: Make sure to thoroughly season the chicken and potatoes with salt. I like to add a sprinkle of salt with the lemon spice mixture but also season the chicken and potatoes once it is arranged on the baking pan. And don't be scared to pick up the chicken and season all over. Salt enhances the flavours, makes chicken juicy and simply makes food taste good.