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.

Dani Dani
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the potatoes and olives are always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nonto Mpanza
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Soryn Hoffman
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the potatoes and olives, and they always ask for seconds.


Robbie Meador
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my guests. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion.


vincent klus
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Tony Curtis
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of potatoes or olives that you like. I also like to add other vegetables, such as carrots or celery.


Erick Lucky
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a whole chicken on Sunday and then used the leftovers to make this dish on Monday. It was just as good as the first time I made it.


Ch Zeeshan
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I wasn't sure how the olives would taste with the chicken, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasiru Ajarat
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken was so moist and flavorful. The potatoes and olives were also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Toga Himko
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the potatoes and olives are always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Chigemezu Juliet
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The potatoes and olives were also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Keysha Petty
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This roast chicken recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the potatoes and olives were perfectly roasted. I will definitely be making this again.


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