Roasted Chicken Thighs, Potatoes & Scallions with Herb Vinaigrette

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Roasting chicken thighs directly on top of the vegetables bastes the scallions and potatoes with delicious drippings in this healthy dinner recipe.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 24, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Christa Brown, M.S., RDN, LD

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie

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What Makes This Recipe Healthy?

Chicken thighs are a good source of protein and contain nutrients that can be a healthy addition to your diet. Eating protein-rich foods can support weight-management goals and bone health, among many other potential benefits. Bone-in thighs require more cooking time and chicken skin can contribute a lot of fat and calories to a dish, so we opted for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for this recipe. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cook quickly and lend a lot of flavor with less fat.

We use new potatoes in our recipe, which have several health benefits. Potatoes are a delicious and nutrient-packed vegetable, especially if you eat the skin. Potatoes are high in fiber and are an excellent source of vitamin B6, vitamin C and potassium. Per serving, our dish is low in calories and is a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals.

What's the Best Temperature for Roasting Chicken Thighs?

We roast the boneless, skinless chicken thighs, potatoes and scallions on a large rimmed baking sheet at 450°F. Roasting at 450°F ensures all the ingredients are cooked through at the same time. It only takes about 18 to 20 minutes in the oven, making this dish a quick and easy weeknight dinner that you'll want to make again and again.

Additional reporting by Jan Valdez

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Ingredients

12 ounces new potatoes, quartered
2 bunches scallions, trimmed
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
½ teaspoon salt, divided
4 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1-1 1/4 pounds), trimmed
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, thyme and/or parsley
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot

Directions

Preheat oven to 450°F.
Toss potatoes and scallions with 4 teaspoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon each pepper and salt in a large bowl. Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet. Place chicken on top; drizzle with 2 teaspoons oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each pepper and salt. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F and the potatoes are tender, 18 to 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon pepper with vinegar, herbs, mustard and shallot in a small bowl. Serve drizzled over the chicken and vegetables.

Equipment

Large rimmed baking sheet

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2017; updated December 2022

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

353	Calories
21g	Fat
18g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken & 3/4 cup vegetables each
Calories 353
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 18g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 22g	44%
Total Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 4g	19%
Cholesterol 104mg	35%
Vitamin A 547IU	11%
Vitamin C 17mg	19%
Folate 49mcg	12%
Sodium 472mg	21%
Calcium 54mg	4%
Iron 2mg	13%
Magnesium 49mg	12%
Potassium 741mg	16%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.