Description
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes is a hearty one-pan skillet meal featuring juicy chicken bites, crispy golden baby potatoes, and a rich garlic herb butter sauce. This easy family-friendly dinner is packed with comforting flavors and comes together in about 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the halved potatoes cut-side down and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and nearly tender.
- Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the same skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter.
- Stir in the minced garlic, remaining Italian seasoning, and thyme. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the potatoes to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Baby Yukon Gold potatoes provide the best buttery texture.
- Add green beans, asparagus, broccoli, or spinach during the last few minutes for extra vegetables.
- Fresh garlic gives the richest flavor compared to jarred garlic.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American