Chicken and Potato Bake

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 4 medium potatoes, diced into ¾-inch cubes

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

• ½ teaspoon rosemary

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup lemon juice

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)

2. Wash and dice potatoes into approximately ¾-inch cubes

3. In a large bowl, combine diced potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Toss to coat evenly

4. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray and spread the seasoned potato mixture evenly in the dish

5. Bake potatoes for 15 minutes

6. Meanwhile, season chicken pieces with salt and pepper

7. Remove baking dish from oven and nestle chicken pieces into the potato mixture, pressing them down slightly

8. Drizzle remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the chicken

9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are golden brown and tender

10. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and return to oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts

11. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving

This hearty one-dish meal serves 6 people and combines tender, seasoned chicken with crispy golden potatoes topped with melted cheese.