Easy Baked Chicken and Potatoes with Onions

Looking for an easy baked chicken and potatoes recipe that’s both healthy and delicious? This simple, one-pan meal combines juicy roasted chicken, tender potatoes, sweet onions, and mellow roasted garlic, all brightened with fresh rosemary and lemon. It’s the perfect no-fuss, weeknight chicken dinner idea for your family—simple to prep, can be made in advance, and full of flavor!

This baked chicken and potatoes recipe truly checks all the Clean & Delicious boxes — it’s healthy, hearty, and unbelievably easy to make. Everything roasts together in one pan, so you get juicy, flavorful chicken, perfectly golden potatoes, and tender caramelized onions — all with minimal prep and almost no cleanup (a total win in my book!).

I love how simple yet satisfying this dish is. It’s the kind of meal that feels cozy and comforting, but still light and wholesome — perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays when you want real food without the fuss.

And here’s the best part: my kids love it. They devour the crispy potatoes and juicy chicken every single time. It’s totally family-approved and makes for a complete meal all on its own (though a quick kale salad or some sauteed garlic broccoli on the side never hurts!).

A squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of rosemary brighten everything up, making this one-pan dinner just as delicious on a sunny spring evening as it is on a cool fall night. Whether you meal prep it ahead of time or toss it together at the last minute, this is one of those recipes that always delivers!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Whole Chicken – I like to grab a whole chicken and ask the butcher to cut it into 10 pieces (two legs, two thighs, two wings, and cut the breasts in half – into four pieces). If preferred, you can also buy chicken pieces.
• Red, Yellow, or Purple Potatoes – I’ve tested this recipe with all three varieties, and have no fear—they all work well. In a perfect world, I love using a combination of all three potatoes because it makes for a beautiful presentation and a delicious meal.
• Onion – A white onion is my first choice. It’s mild and gets super sweet once it’s cooked. But ultimately, any onion will work.
• Garlic – Leave the cloves unpeeled so they roast inside their skins, turning buttery and mild. Spread them out onto sourdough bread when you serve the meal – you can thank me later!
• Fresh Rosemary – The easiest way to elevate a dish: fresh herbs! Thyme would also be delicious.
• Fresh Lemon – Adds a bright, fresh flavor that balances the richness of the chicken. Roast the wedges right in the pan for extra flavor.
• Red Wine Vinegar & Olive Oil– Creates a simple dressing to drizzle over the chicken before baking. This keeps the meat super tender while in the oven and is delicious drizzled over the final dish.

How to Make One-Pan Chicken & Potatoes

Before you get started, take a minute to prep your ingredients and preheat your oven. This recipe comes together fast once everything’s ready to go.