Especially if you love garlic.

Shed order us each a plate with a fried chicken leg, some mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Sometimes wed get a cloverleaf roll on the side and always a little bowl ofchocolate puddingfor dessert.

Overhead view of a baking sheet of roast chicken thighs and potatoes

Simply Recipes / Photo by Rachel Vanni / Food Styling by Tiffany Schleigh

There wasnt anything super special about the food, but it was always comforting and satisfying.

Thats the goal for every meal I make, especially when the temperature drops.

One meal that delivers comfort and satisfaction while also being super delicious is my one-pan garlic chicken and potatoes.

Overhead view of a plate of a roasted chicken thigh, potatoes and lemon slices

Simply Recipes / Photo by Rachel Vanni / Food Styling by Tiffany Schleigh

Just like the cafeteria dish from my childhood, this recipe starts with chicken.

I like to use bone-in, skin-on drumsticks and thighs.

Keeping the bone and skin ensures the chicken remains juicy as it cooks.

Using dark meat instead of white brings more flavor to the party and a bit of fat for tenderness.

Besides being delicious and simple to prepare, its a meal that the whole family can enjoy.

A big salad is a great side for this dish, as is crusty bread!

Place on the baking sheet in the preheating oven.

Pat the chicken dry, then add it to the bowl with the potatoes and toss to coat.

Bake until golden brown on the bottom, 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove the garlic from the pan and carefully unwrap.

Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and potatoes and garnish with the parsley.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within 3 days.

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