Description
Garlic butter chicken and potatoes skillet brings simple comfort to dinner tables with delicious Mediterranean flair. Crispy golden chicken nestles alongside perfectly seasoned potatoes, creating a hearty one-pan meal anyone can master in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth or water (optional, for deglazing)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by gently patting it dry with clean kitchen towels, then season thoroughly with smoky paprika, aromatic onion powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cast-iron skillet over moderate heat. Carefully arrange potato wedges cut-side down, allowing them to develop a golden, crispy exterior through gentle cooking. Rotate occasionally to ensure even browning and sprinkle with seasoning. Once perfectly caramelized, transfer potatoes to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, introduce additional olive oil and carefully place seasoned chicken pieces. Sear each side until a rich, amber-brown crust forms, ensuring the meat reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Reduce cooking temperature and introduce rich, creamy butter to the skillet. Quickly incorporate finely minced garlic, allowing its pungent aroma to bloom. If the pan appears dry, splash chicken broth to deglaze and capture those flavorful caramelized remnants.
- Reunite the golden potatoes and perfectly cooked chicken within the aromatic skillet. Gently tumble everything to ensure an even coating of the luxurious garlic butter sauce. Warm through for a few moments to marry the flavors.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the surface. Serve immediately alongside crisp green vegetables or a light salad for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is thoroughly dried before seasoning to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture and flavor.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution and better caramelization of potatoes and chicken, creating a restaurant-quality dish at home.
- Adjust cooking times based on chicken thickness – thinner cutlets will cook faster, while thicker pieces might require slightly longer searing to reach proper internal temperature.
- For a low-carb version, swap potatoes with cauliflower or zucchini chunks, maintaining the same delicious garlic butter sauce and cooking technique.
- Control the heat carefully when making the garlic butter sauce to prevent burning, which can create a bitter taste and ruin the delicate flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg