ROAST CHICKEN WITH POTATOES AND OLIVES

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Chicken legs, potatoes, and briny Kalamata olives star in this easy one-pan dish. "This entire meal comes together on a single rimmed baking sheet. It's comforting and ridiculously simple." -Claire Saffitz, assistant food editor

Categories     Chicken     Olive     Potato     Poultry     Vegetable     Dinner     Root Vegetable     Coffee Grinder     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bay leaf, crushed
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; plus more for serving (optional)
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
4 chicken legs (thigh and drumstick; about 3 pounds)
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves with tender stems
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Special equipment:
A spice mill

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Pulse bay leaf, fennel seeds, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes in spice mill until finely ground.
  • Toss potatoes, olives, 2 tablespoons oil, and half of spice mixture in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and rub with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper and rub with remaining spice mixture.
  • Arrange potato mixture around chicken. Roast until potatoes are fork-tender, chicken is cooked through, and skin is crisp, 35-45 minutes. Serve chicken and potato mixture topped with parsley, lemon zest, and more red pepper flakes, if desired; spoon pan juices around.

Kwanele Sibandze
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I'm not a big fan of olives, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again, even without the olives.


Simon Yohannes
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ramhari Sapakot
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, potatoes, and olives, and it always turns out great. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bolero Health
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken, potatoes, and olives are all cooked in one pan. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fazi Feroze
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the chicken and the potatoes and olives were a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Abdulrahman Bwanaali
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with a rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. The potatoes and olives added a lot of flavor to the dish.


Ruby Marvin
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I'm not a big fan of olives, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again, even without the olives.


mthokozisi smenyiwe
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Said Nabi KhAn
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, potatoes, and olives, and it always turns out great. I highly recommend this recipe.


D'vanae Wood
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken, potatoes, and olives are all cooked in one pan. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tuaqeer Adda
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the chicken and the potatoes and olives were a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Easton Power
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with a rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. The potatoes and olives added a lot of flavor to the dish.


rissa mood
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Dil Shad
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is succulent and the potatoes and olives are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jack Moatshe
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the potatoes and olives are always roasted to perfection.


Seth Bortey
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives were the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend this recipe.


Peyton Gabrielli
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The chicken was moist and tender, and the potatoes and olives were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Saleem Sager
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This is my new go-to roasted chicken recipe. It's so easy to make and the chicken comes out perfectly juicy and flavorful. The potatoes and olives are also delicious and make a great side dish.