Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes Recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of Puglia with this easy, delicious oven-roasted chicken and potato recipe, inspired by Nancy Harmon Jenkins' "Flavors of Puglia." Perfectly crispy chicken and golden-brown potatoes make this a weeknight winner. Serve with a fresh tossed salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 1971.7 kcal
Protein 243g
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Ingredients for Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes

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How to Make Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss 2 lbs. of Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks, with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Spread potatoes in a single layer in a large roasting pan.
  4. In the same bowl, toss 4 lbs. bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks recommended) with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Arrange chicken pieces over the potatoes, skin-side down.
  6. Roast for 30 minutes. Remove chicken; gently stir potatoes. Return chicken to the pan, skin-side up.
  7. Roast for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and potatoes are tender and golden.
  8. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with a fresh salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

155g

Carbs

26g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes?

Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes?

Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes has approximately 1971.7 calories per serving, with about 243 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 196 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Italian Oven Roasted Chicken And Potatoes are Potatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Flat Leaf Parsley, Sea Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Chicken. See the full list with measurements above.

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