Description
This cast iron chicken dish features crispy seared chicken thighs and golden garlic potatoes, finished with fresh lemon for a burst of brightness—a comforting, one-pan meal done right.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Fresh lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Heat cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
Season chicken with paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.
In same pan, sauté potatoes with garlic, herbs, and turmeric for 8–10 minutes.
Return chicken to pan and nestle into potatoes.
Transfer skillet to oven for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Top with lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Use bone-in chicken for added flavor, if preferred.
Sub sweet potatoes for a different flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cast Iron Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 395
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: cast iron chicken recipe, garlic herb chicken, one pan chicken dinner