CALORIES (PER SERVING)
650 kcal
Discover this simple and delicious roasted chicken with potatoes recipe that combines convenience and flavor in one dish. With special seasoning, the chicken stays juicy inside and crispy outside, while the potatoes absorb the flavors, becoming soft and golden. Ideal for family lunches or quick weekday dinners.
Roasted Chicken with Potatoes – Today we’re preparing this easy and juicy dish for 4 servings in 60 minutes: crispy-skinned chicken thighs, soft golden potatoes, seasoned with garlic, onion, and fresh rosemary. Practical and irresistible for family lunches. Ready to bake?
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (120 ml) olive oil – Essential for seasoning the chicken and potatoes, ensuring juiciness and perfect golden color.
Tip: Opt for extra virgin olive oil for more aroma. - 2 packets ready-made chicken seasoning – Adds intense, convenient flavor to the main dish.
Substitution: Homemade mix of salt, garlic powder, paprika, and dried herbs. - 2 packets ready-made vegetable seasoning – Enhances the natural flavor of potatoes and onion.
Substitution: Salt, herbs, and onion powder. - 2 chopped garlic cloves (~10 g) – Deeply flavors the chicken marinade.
- 1.5 kg chicken thighs – Choose skin-on cuts for ideal crispiness when roasting.
- 4 medium potatoes cut into slices (~800 g) – Absorb seasonings and become soft inside, crispy outside.
- 1 medium onion cut into slices (~150 g) – Sweetens the dish during slow cooking.
- 1 rosemary sprig – Fresh herb that infuses woody aroma and elevates overall flavor.
Required Utensils
- Aluminum foil
Tip: Remove in the last minutes to crisp the skin. - Baking dish or large baking sheet
Substitution: Metal baking sheet greased with olive oil. - Oven
- Parchment paper
- Bowl or mixing bowl
Tip: Use two bowls if you want to separate the marinades.
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken marinade: Place 4 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl with the 2 chopped garlic cloves and 2 chicken seasoning packets. Mix well to blend flavors – this ensures even seasoning penetration into the meat.
- Season the thighs: Pour the mixture over the chicken thighs (1.5 kg), massaging to cover all pieces. Let rest briefly to absorb deep aromas.
- Prepare potato seasoning: In the remaining oil (total 8 tablespoons), add 2 vegetable seasoning packets and coat the 4 medium sliced potatoes completely to maximize flavor.
- Assemble on baking sheet: IMPORTANT: Grease a large baking sheet with oil or line with parchment paper. Place seasoned thighs in the center and arrange potatoes around – allows even cooking and shared juices.
- Final assembly: Spread slices of 1 medium onion on top and place 1 fresh rosemary sprig among ingredients, releasing essences in the oven.
- First baking stage: Cover with aluminum foil and bake in preheated 180°C oven for 1 hour 30 minutes. Foil retains moisture for juicy chicken inside.
- Final browning: Remove foil and bake another 30 minutes until skin is golden and crispy. Check juices are clear for perfect doneness.
- Serve confidently: Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot with tender chicken and soft potatoes absorbing all flavors!
Secret: Marinate overnight in fridge in sealed containers for intense flavor.Tip: Sear chicken in skillet first for extra crispy skin.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Values below are approximate estimates per serving (1/4 total recipe), calculated from official food composition tables like TBCA/TACO and USDA FoodData Central, and may vary by ingredients and methods.
| Nutrient | Amount per serving (~400g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories (Energy Value) | 650 kcal | 33% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 40 g | 13% |
| Proteins | 40 g | 80% |
| Total Fats | 35 g | 54% |
| • Saturated Fats | 8 g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
Data source: Values calculated based on recipe quantities, using Brazilian Food Composition Table (TBCA) for chicken, potatoes, onion, garlic, and olive oil, and USDA FoodData Central for seasonings and rosemary.
Links: TBCA, USDA. *% Daily Values for a 2000 kcal diet.
Special Tips to Nail the Recipe
- Overnight marinade for flavor explosion: Let chicken and potatoes absorb seasonings and oil in fridge up to 24 hours in well-sealed plastic bags – intensifies aromas effortlessly.
- Pre-sear in skillet: Quickly sear chicken before oven for extra crispy skin without drying juicy interior.
- Perfect oven doneness: Maintain 180°C; insert thermometer in thigh to 74°C. No thermometer? Clear juices and golden skin mean success.
- Strategic foil: Cover first 90 minutes for ideal moisture, remove last 30 for irresistible crispiness.
- Avoid dryness: Position breast down first if using whole chicken, letting juices flow to lean parts.
- Potato variations: Prefer small or sweet potatoes for even cooking and fun texture/sweetness contrasts.
Foolproof trick: Skin should crackle on touch and liquids run clear – sign of a master roast!
Recipe Variations
- With sweet potato: Swap regular potatoes for thick-sliced sweet potatoes – same amount and time, gains natural sweetness contrasting crispy chicken skin.
- In air fryer: Assemble in basket, 180°C for 40-50 minutes stirring halfway – juicy with crispiness sans traditional oven, great for compact days.
- Mixed veggies: Add sliced carrot, zucchini, or chayote with potatoes same volume – boosts flavors and fiber without changing bake time.
- Citrus aromatic: Stuff lemon/orange slices and fresh thyme under chicken skin – releases moisture and citrus during baking, intensely perfuming.
- Boneless thighs: Use boneless for easier eating; reduce final oven by 10 minutes to avoid drying.
Ingredients and Nutrition Tips
Ingredient Quality
- Fresh skin-on chicken thighs: Choose lean, firm cuts for maximum juiciness; skin protects meat and crisps golden in oven.
- Extra virgin olive oil: Aromizes and distributes seasonings perfectly – prefer pure for health and authentic flavor.
- Fresh rosemary: Vibrant sprigs release essential oils during baking, elevating woody aroma without overpowering.
Healthy Substitutions
- Homemade seasoning: Salt, garlic powder, paprika, dried herbs instead of packets – keeps balance without excess.
- Sweet potato: Swap for regular to boost fiber and vitamins, no changes to measures or time.
Nutritional Balance
Lean chicken provides high-quality proteins for muscles and satiety; potatoes offer complex carbs for sustained energy. Balanced recipe with healthy fats from olive oil.
Storage and Preservation
Reheat in 180°C oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwave for best texture.
Serve roasted chicken hot straight from the baking dish with crisp green salad to balance meat and potato juiciness. Caramelized onion slices and fresh rosemary add irresistible aroma, perfect with fluffy rice or simple farofa.
This recipe shines at Sunday family lunches or weekday dinners, gathering everyone with homemade flavor and perfect texture – crispy outside, tender inside.
With simple steps and guaranteed results, repeat anytime for comforting, flavorful dish.
Can I substitute the ready-made seasoning packets?
Yes, make a homemade mix with salt, garlic powder, paprika, dried herbs like oregano and basil in same amount. Keeps intense flavor for chicken and veggies without changing results, just watch salt to avoid excess.
How to know if chicken is perfectly cooked?
Check golden skin and clear juices when pierced, no pink traces. With thermometer, internal thigh temp 74°C ensures juicy, safe meat.
Can I make ahead or freeze?
Prep and bake fresh for best crispiness, but leftovers last 3-4 days in sealed fridge container. Freeze portions up to 3 months; reheat 180°C oven 20 min to preserve textures.
What if chicken dries or potatoes don’t brown?
Avoid by preheating 180°C oven and foil-covering first 90 min for moisture. Use uniform medium-thick potato slices and stir at end for even browning without drying meat.
How many does it serve and can I adjust portions?
Yields 4 generous servings with 1.5 kg thighs. Double for more keeping ratios; oven time +15 min. Halve for 2 without changing 180°C temp.
Best way to serve and pair?
Serve hot from dish with fluffy rice or green salad for fresh balance. Pair with Swiss lemonade or light white wine, enhancing crispy skin, soft potatoes, and rosemary aromas.
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