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A white plate with two pieces of roast chicken next to roast potato cubes. On the same plate there are two small pickles as well. You can see the crust on the chicken. Around the plate there is a yellow and white tea towel.

Romanian Roast Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

This Romanian roast chicken and potatoes recipe practically cooks itself. It's so easy to make, all you have to do is prep and then let the oven do its magic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Romanian
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs or 2 full chicken legs with the skin on
  • 5-6 potatoes
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp dill
  • 2 tbsp thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tbsp sunflower oil

Instructions
 

  • Divide the herbs and spices. You will use one part for the chicken and the second one for the potatoes.
  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
  • Put a little bit of oil over the chicken, then add the paprika, garlic powder, herbs, salt and pepper, and rub in well.
  • In a bowl, add the chopped potatoes, a little bit of oil, and the rest of the herbs and spices. Mix well.
  • Add the potatoes in the tray, then put the chicken legs on top.
  • Put the baking tray in the oven and let it roast for about 40 minutes or so.
  • Check on the chicken with a meat thermometer, to make sure it’s cooked. It should have a temperature of over 73 degrees Celsius.
  • Serve the chicken and the potatoes hot, alongside pickles.