2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs (or breasts)
8 potatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
1/ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Step 1: Preheat oven to 400ยบ F and lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick spray.
Step 2: Place potatoes (in an even layer) in baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Season both sides of chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper and set aside.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together garlic powder, paprika and cayenne. Take each piece of chicken and dredge it in the spice mixture.
Step 4: Heat 2-3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken on both sides. Transfer to baking dish and rest chicken on top of potatoes.
Step 5: Heat 2-3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken on both sides. Transfer to baking dish and rest chicken on top of potatoes.
Step 6: Place baking dish in oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is completely cooked through and potatoes are tender.
Step 7: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Serves 8.