Description
This one-pan dinner is your new go-to for effortless flavor and maximum comfort. Oven-Roasted Cajun Chicken and Garlic Potatoes with Parmesan is packed with bold spices, tender chicken, and crispy-edged potatoes all roasted to golden perfection. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and herbs, it’s the ultimate combination of heat, heartiness, and savory goodness. Perfect for meal prepping, casual dinners, or a flavor-packed weeknight feast, this easy recipe delivers comfort food vibes with a spicy twist. If you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, sheet pan meals, or quick comfort food — this one’s for you.
Ingredients
500g chicken breast or thigh (boneless, skinless)
600g baby potatoes (red or gold)
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut baby potatoes into halves or quarters. Dice chicken into bite-sized chunks. Mince garlic and chop parsley.
2. In a bowl, toss chicken and potatoes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper until well coated.
3. Spread evenly on a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
4. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked and potatoes are golden.
5. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle Parmesan over the top and return to oven until melted.
6. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For crispier potatoes, place them cut-side down on the pan.
Add extra Parmesan and parsley just before serving for a fresher finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 of total)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: sheet pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, Cajun potatoes, comfort food, one pan meal, oven roasted