Garlic Butter Chicken And Potatoes Skillet Recipe
This garlic butter chicken and potatoes skillet is a flavorful, easy one-pan meal that brings together juicy chicken and tender potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is a hearty, savory favorite that the whole family will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Add chicken to skillet, skin-side down. Cook until golden, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add butter and garlic, stirring until garlic is fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for best results.
- For a lighter version, swap butter with olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg