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Easy Crispy Lemon Butter Chicken and Potatoes

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A simple and delicious recipe featuring crispy skin-on chicken thighs roasted with buttery, tender baby potatoes and a bright lemon garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a fuss-free, comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large lemon, zest and juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme sprigs)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and halve 1.5 pounds of baby potatoes. Toss them in 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and half the minced garlic. Spread evenly in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan.
  3. Roast the potatoes in the oven for about 15 minutes to start softening.
  4. While potatoes roast, pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
  5. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, lemon zest and juice, remaining garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven. Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up among the potatoes.
  7. Pour the lemon butter mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes, coating the skin lightly.
  8. Return the pan to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crispy, potatoes tender.
  9. Optional: Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for extra crispy skin, watching closely to avoid burning.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  11. Serve by spooning pan juices over the chicken and potatoes.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow air circulation. Let chicken rest after roasting to lock in juices. Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for best results. Broil at the end for extra crispiness but watch carefully to prevent burning.

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Keywords: lemon butter chicken, crispy chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food

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