Sofa Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Sofa Chicken, a one-pan roasted chicken recipe that's as comforting as its name suggests. Featuring juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs nestled alongside a medley of caramelized baby potatoes, sweet carrots, and tender red onions, this dish is infused with the bold flavors of garlic, dried herbs, and a zesty burst of fresh lemon. The crispy, golden chicken skin and perfectly seasoned vegetables are roasted together for maximum convenience, making cleanup a breeze. Topped with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, this hearty, flavor-packed meal is ready in just over an hour, making it a perfect choice for busy evenings. Serve it straight from the pan with crusty bread to soak up the irresistible juices, and enjoy a family-friendly dinner that's sure to become a household favorite. Keywords: roasted chicken, one-pan dinner, chicken thighs, easy weeknight meal, lemon chicken.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 500 grams baby potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 1 large red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Wash and chop the baby potatoes into halves or quarters, ensuring they are bite-sized. Peel and slice the carrots into thick rounds. Peel the red onion and cut it into wedges. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Place the prepared potatoes, carrots, red onion, and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with half of the dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and place them on a cutting board. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with the remaining thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

In a large roasting pan or baking dish, spread the seasoned vegetables out in an even layer. Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables.

Step 6

Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half over the chicken and vegetables. Cut the remaining half into thin slices and place them on top of the chicken thighs.

Step 7

Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) and the skin is golden and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving directly from the pan.

Step 9

Enjoy Sofa Chicken on its own or paired with a crusty loaf of bread for soaking up the flavorful juices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1575.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2311.7

Total Fat 146.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 3032.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 123.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303.2mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 4550.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.2%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 22.7%