Description
This Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet is a rich, flavorful, one-pan wonder made with juicy seared chicken, crispy golden potatoes, and a silky garlic herb butter sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals, it comes together in under 40 minutes and delivers serious comfort with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs or breasts (boneless or bone-in, skin-on optional)
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1 lb baby potatoes (Yukon gold or red), halved
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter (or ghee)
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
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Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice or zest
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Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary) to taste
Instructions
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Prep Ingredients: Wash and halve the potatoes. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Sear Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes until lightly browned and fork-tender. Transfer to a bowl.
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Sear Chicken: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Place chicken in pan, skin-side down (if using skin-on), and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
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Make Garlic Butter: Reduce heat. Add butter and garlic to the skillet. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add herbs and optional lemon juice or zest.
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Combine & Cook: Return potatoes and chicken to the pan. Spoon garlic butter over everything. Cover and cook on low for 10–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
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Serve: Garnish with parsley. Serve hot with optional salad or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: lunch
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg