Chicken & Poultry

Spiced Chicken Potato and Onion Tray Bake

Crispy chicken thighs roasted with golden baby potatoes and sweet red onions, all infused with aromatic caraway, cumin, mustard and nigella seeds, finished with a bright lime tang.

By Ricky Robinson Updated March 5, 2024

This dish brings together succulent chicken thighs, hearty baby potatoes and sweet red onions, all seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices. The caraway, cumin, mustard and nigella seeds create a great combination of flavours, while the turmeric adds a lovely golden hue. The addition of lime zest and juice gives a refreshing tang that cuts through the richness of the chicken.

This recipe is all about bold flavours and straightforward cooking. The great thing about it is how simple the process is. Everything is mixed in a bag to ensure the ingredients are well coated with the spices and garlic olive oil, then baked in one tray.

As the dish cooks, the chicken skin becomes deliciously crispy and the potatoes turn golden, absorbing all the lovely juices from the chicken and spices.

This approach means minimal washing up and maximum flavour, which is always a win in my book. You don't need to be fancy about it.

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Spiced Chicken Potato and Onion Tray Bake

This spiced chicken tray bake is a fantastic option for those who love flavourful, home-cooked meals but prefer a fuss-free cooking process. The oven does most of the work here really. Once everything is prepped and tossed together, you just need to pop the tray in the oven and let the heat work its magic.

The beauty of a tray bake is that it lets the ingredients cook together, allowing the flavours to meld and intensify. The chicken thighs stay moist and tender thanks to the bone and skin, which also helps to keep everything juicy. Meanwhile, the potatoes get crisp on the outside whilst absorbing all those lovely spiced juices, and the red onions caramelise beautifully, adding a subtle sweetness to the dish.

The lime zest and juice bring a welcome brightness to the rich, earthy spices, cutting through the richness and keeping each bite fresh and lively. Garnished with fresh coriander and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, this dish looks as good as it tastes. It's good for when you've got a crowd to feed or just want something hearty and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.

Spiced Chicken Potato and Onion Tray Bake

Chicken Onion Potato
Total Time 1 hr 30 min
Servings 6 servings
Calories 485 cal
Protein 38g

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large Roasting Tin
  • Large Freezer Bag
  • Oven

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 220C.
  2. 2
    Place the cut potatoes and onions into a large freezer bag, then sprinkle in the spices, lime juice, salt, 2 tablespoons of oil and one tablespoon of water. Zip the bag and give everything a good mix, making sure all the potatoes and onions are coated in the flavourful oil.
  3. 3
    Pour the spiced onion and potato into a large roasting tin.
  4. 4
    Give the potatoes 15 minutes in the oven, then remove and give the tray a shake before adding the chicken.
  5. 5
    Place the chicken thighs on top of the potatoes, skin side up, then season well and drizzle the skin with the remaining oil to ensure they turn crispy in the oven.
  6. 6
    Return everything to the oven and cook for up to 1 hour, or until the potatoes are golden and the chicken is cooked through and the skin is nice and crisp.
  7. 7
    Garnish with coriander and pomegranate seeds before serving.
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Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 180C for best results to maintain the crispy chicken skin.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a fresh green salad, warm flatbreads or steamed rice. The coriander and pomegranate garnish adds a lovely freshness.

Spiced Chicken Potato and Onion Tray Bake

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