Description
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet is a flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken thighs, crispy baby potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce. This easy weeknight dinner is ready in just 35 minutes, perfect for families looking for a quick and hearty dish. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, it’s a guaranteed hit!
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 lb baby potatoes, quartered
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden and tender. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and cook the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the potatoes and chicken to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative or olive oil.
Sweet potatoes or other vegetables can be used in place of baby potatoes.
For extra flavor, double the garlic and butter to create more sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 400 kcal per serving
