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Creamy Herb Chicken with Roasted Potatoes - Elegant Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This creamy herb chicken with roasted potatoes is a restaurant-worthy comfort food that comes together easily in one pan. With crispy-skinned chicken, golden potatoes, and a luxurious creamy pan sauce, it's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something special without the fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to the same skillet. Add potatoes cut-side down and cook for 5 minutes until they start to brown. Season with salt, pepper, and half of the herbs.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the potatoes. Transfer to the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
  5. Remove skillet from oven (careful, handle will be hot!) and place back on stove over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in cream, remaining herbs, and butter. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. The creamy sauce pairs perfectly with the crispy chicken and tender potatoes.

Notes

For the crispiest chicken skin, pat it completely dry before seasoning. Don't overcrowd the skillet - cook in batches if needed. Try adding a splash of lemon juice for brightness or Parmesan cheese for extra richness in the sauce.