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Easy Patriotic One-Pan Fourth of July Feast Perfect for Summer Parties

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring chicken thighs, smoked sausage, and colorful summer vegetables, perfect for Fourth of July celebrations and summer parties.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 smoked sausage links, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, whole
  • 1.5 pounds red potatoes, quartered
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Optional: splash of lemon juice after roasting
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and quarter about 1.5 pounds of red potatoes. Toss them in a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Roast potatoes for 15 minutes to give them a head start.
  4. While potatoes roast, slice smoked sausage links, chop red bell pepper, trim green beans, rinse cherry tomatoes, and mince garlic cloves.
  5. Remove potatoes from oven. Add chicken thighs (skin side up) and sausage slices to the pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, and an extra pinch of salt and pepper over chicken skin.
  6. Toss green beans, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes gently in the bowl with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread these veggies around the meats and potatoes in one layer.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 20-25 minutes. Halfway through, flip sausages and gently turn potatoes and veggies for even browning.
  8. Check that chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) or have clear juices and firm but juicy texture.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pan. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Optional: Broil chicken skin for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Start roasting potatoes first as they take longest. Use skin-on chicken thighs for crispy skin and juicy meat. Flip sausages and veggies halfway through cooking for even caramelization. Watch cherry tomatoes to prevent them from bursting too much. Broil chicken skin briefly at the end if extra crispiness is desired. Reheat leftovers in oven to keep skin crisp; avoid microwaving.

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