Description
This Honey BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful one-dish meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender, seasoned chicken thighs are coated in a sticky honey barbecue sauce and baked atop layers of thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes smothered in a rich, garlicky parmesan cream sauce. The dish finishes with a golden, bubbly top that is both hearty and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Honey BBQ Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 cup honey barbecue sauce (your favorite store-bought or homemade)
For the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes:
- 6–7 Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: In a large bowl, season the chicken thighs with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with oil and toss until evenly coated. Let this sit while you prep the potatoes to allow the spices to soak in.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Whisk in the flour to make a roux, stirring constantly for another minute. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, then let the sauce simmer until it slightly thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and a handful of mozzarella until smooth and creamy. Turn off the heat.
- Assemble the Dish: Grease a baking dish and layer the thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes evenly. Pour the creamy garlic parmesan sauce over the potatoes, ensuring all slices are coated. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top and generously brush each piece with honey barbecue sauce.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the chicken caramelizes and the potatoes are tender and bubbling.
- Optional Broil: For a crispier top, broil the dish for the last 2 to 3 minutes until golden and lightly charred.
Notes
- You can swap Yukon gold potatoes with russet or red potatoes if desired.
- Adding chopped parsley or green onions on top adds a fresh burst of color and flavor.
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken, Creamy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes, baked chicken thighs, comfort food, one dish meal, casserole