Description
This Chicken and Potato Skillet Recipe is a delicious one-pan meal that is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces are cooked with golden baby potatoes in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, creating a satisfying dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Potatoes:
- 1 lb baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and season with half of the garlic powder, paprika, thyme, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10–12 minutes until golden and fork-tender. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Cook chicken with remaining spices for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked. Push chicken aside, melt butter, and sauté garlic. Return potatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can add bell peppers or green beans for added color and nutrition.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well.
- Skin-on bone-in thighs can be used for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
