Chicken and Potatoes Skillet
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
350 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken and Potatoes Skillet
Description
This recipe unites marinated boneless, skinless chicken thighs with seasoned potato wedges in a skillet. The chicken is marinated in smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and olive oil for added flavor and moisture. Potatoes are cut into wedges for even cooking and are cooked with garlic, Italian seasoning, and rosemary to develop a golden, tender interior and crispy edges.
Cooking takes place in a cast-iron skillet over controlled heat to ensure the potatoes cook through and the chicken forms a brown crust while remaining juicy. The chicken is cooked separately after the potatoes, then combined on one side of the pan to serve immediately, retaining their distinct textures.
This dish works well as a complete meal by itself. The seasonings on both components create a harmonious flavor profile suited for a family dinner or casual lunch. A hot sauce can be served alongside for those who want extra spice.
To ensure potatoes are fully tender, the recipe suggests roasting them in the oven briefly if needed after stovetop cooking. Marinating the chicken ahead improves juiciness and flavor.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb (500g) chicken thighs skinless and boneless
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted, unsalted
- 8 cloves garlic peeled
- 12 oz (340g) potato cut into wedges, red
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon rosemary roughly chopped, optional, fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted, unsalted
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and olive oil. Stir to mix well and set aside.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add the olive oil and butter, followed by the garlic, potatoes, and the remaining ingredients. Cook the potato wedges until the outside is browned and the inside is cooked through, about 10–15 minutes. Dish out and set aside.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Pan-fry the chicken for about 4–5 minutes on each side, turning to cook the other side until golden brown.
- Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add the potatoes. Season with additional salt to taste. Turn off the heat and serve the chicken and potatoes immediately, accompanied by a hot sauce of your choice, if desired.
Notes
- Marinate chicken thoroughly with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and olive oil for moist and flavorful meat.
- Cut potatoes into small wedges to ensure even cooking on the stovetop.
- If potatoes remain firm after cooking in the skillet, finish them in a 425°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes until tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 409mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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