Keto Roasted Chicken and Potatoes
Succulent bone-in chicken thighs and tender baby potatoes are roasted together and finished with a vibrant chimichurri sauce made from fresh parsley, garlic, and red wine vinegar. This one-pan dinner brings together the earthy flavors of roasted vegetables with the bright, herbaceous kick of Argentine-style chimichurri. The chicken develops a golden exterior while the potatoes become crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, both enhanced by the zesty sauce that's added both during cooking and as a fresh finishing touch.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup flat-leaf parsley
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons water
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground pepper
- ¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds dynamic duo potatoes or baby potatoes, halvedfingerling potatoes1:1
similar size and texture
- 8 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F and spray baking sheet with cooking spray
- 2
Combine parsley, red wine vinegar, garlic, water, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in food processor and pulse to combine without making smooth
- 3
Slowly add olive oil while processor runs
- 4
Reserve 2 tablespoons chimichurri for garnish
- 5
Toss potatoes and chicken thighs in bowl with remaining chimichurri
- 6
Transfer chicken to prepared baking sheet, keeping potatoes separate
- 7
Roast chicken for 20 minutes
- 8
Add potatoes to baking sheet with chicken
- 9
Continue roasting 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes begin to brown
- 10
Drizzle reserved chimichurri over chicken and potatoes
Tips
Let chimichurri sit for 10 minutes before using to allow flavors to meld
Check chicken temperature reaches 165°F with meat thermometer
Serve immediately while potatoes are still crispy
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in covered container
Chimichurri can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated
Serve immediately while hot for best texture
Common Mistakes
Don't add potatoes at start or they'll overcook
Don't make chimichurri too smooth or it loses texture
Substitutions
similar size and texture
FAQ
Can I use bone-in chicken thighs?
Yes, increase cooking time by 5-10 minutes and check that internal temperature reaches 165°F before adding potatoes.
What if I don't have a food processor?
Finely chop all chimichurri ingredients by hand and whisk in oil gradually for similar results.
How long does chimichurri keep?
Fresh chimichurri will keep refrigerated for up to 1 week in an airtight container.