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Baked Parmesan Chicken drumsticks with golden, roasted potatoes and lemon wedges, garnished with fresh herbs, arranged on parchment paper over a baking sheet. Small bowls of herbs and grated cheese are nearby.
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4.78 from 54 votes

Baked Parmesan Chicken

The potatoes melt in your mouth and the sauce at the bottom of the dish is perfect for dipping. This meal pairs incredibly well with some feta on the side, grilled veggies, or a nice green salad.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: baked chicken, Chicken, chicken and potatoes, chicken parmesan, chicken recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Author: The Modern Nonna

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 medium yellow potatoes peeled and diced
  • 10 chicken drumsticks or thighs
  • ¼ cup olive oil plus a drizzle on top
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon dry oregano to taste
  • ½ cup plain yogurt I use Balkan-style
  • finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano on top measure with your heart
  • chives or lemon thyme for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
  • Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut each potato in half, place each half flat side down cutting right down the middle and then across making equal cubes (or small quarters).
    A white rectangular baking dish filled with evenly cut raw potato cubes, placed on a light-colored countertop.
  • Add the potatoes and the chicken to the baking dish.
    A white rectangular baking dish filled with raw chicken drumsticks arranged in a single layer on a white marble surface.
  • Add the olive oil, seasoning, yogurt and massage really well.
    Raw chicken drumsticks in a white baking dish, seasoned with spices and herbs, topped with dollops of a creamy white sauce, ready to be cooked. The dish is on a light marble surface.
  • Arrange the chicken and potatoes nicely into the baking dish making sure the potatoes are at the bottom and the drumsticks are nestled in sitting on top so they can crisp up.
    Raw, seasoned chicken drumsticks arranged closely together in a white rectangular baking dish on a light marble surface.
  • Drizzle on a touch of olive oil on top and dust the top of the chicken and potatoes with finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
    A white baking dish filled with raw, breaded chicken drumsticks, prepared for Baked Parmesan Chicken, arranged closely together and ready to be baked on a light marble surface.
  • Cover with foil (or a lid) and bake for 45 minutes covered and 40 minutes uncovered. The timing will depend on the oven so keep an eye on it. The chicken is ready when it's golden and reaches an internal temperature of 175F (80C)
    A white baking dish filled with golden-brown Baked Parmesan Chicken drumsticks, garnished with herbs and sitting in a light sauce, on a parchment-lined surface.
  • Take it out of the oven, let it cool for 10-15 minutes and enjoy!
  • Perfect pairings: feta cheese, fresh bread, green salad, or grilled veggies.

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Notes

  • Cuts of meat: Feel free to use chicken thighs, legs, or drumsticks for this recipe. You can even make this with a whole chicken if you wish as well. 
  • A note on chicken breast: If you want to use chicken breast only, you will have to bake the chicken for a LOT less time so the potatoes may not be ready simultaneously. I suggest you cook the breast and potatoes separately in this case as white meat will dry out if overcooked. 
  • Marinating time: I didn't marinate this chicken at all or let it sit but you absolutely can. My mom likes to marinate it for a few hours before baking it. It's just as good regardless so don't stress. 
  • Yogurt substitutes: If you need a substitute for yogurt, sour cream is lovely as well. I love Balkan-Style yogurt but Greek or any PLAIN variety, even non-dairy, will work. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 577kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 178mg | Sodium: 1095mg | Potassium: 1220mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg
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