Garlic Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

Here’s a flavorful recipe for Garlic Roasted Chicken and Potatoes:

Garlic Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp dried rosemary or thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
• For the Potatoes:
  • 4-5 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, olive oil, dried rosemary (or thyme), paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Rub the mixture all over the chicken pieces. If using lemon juice, squeeze it over the chicken.
3. Prepare the Potatoes:
   • In a large bowl, toss the potato chunks with olive oil, garlic powder, dried rosemary (or thyme), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
4. Assemble and Roast:
   • Place the seasoned chicken pieces on a large baking sheet or in a roasting pan.
   • Arrange the potatoes around the chicken in a single layer.
5. Roast:
   • Roast in the preheated oven for about 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
   • If the chicken skin is not as crispy as you like, you can broil it for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
   • Serve the chicken and potatoes hot, garnished with additional rosemary or thyme if desired.

Enjoy your Garlic Roasted Chicken and Potatoes!