Description
This garlic butter chicken and potatoes skillet is the easiest and tastiest weeknight dinner – One skillet for amazing flavors!
Ingredients
Chicken & Potatoes:
- 1 ½ lb (650g) chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 ½ lb (650g) baby yellow potatoes, quartered
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- Crushed red chili pepper flakes, optional
Marinade:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos for paleo)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (such as Sriracha)
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
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In a large bowl, combine chicken strips with soy sauce, olive oil, hot sauce, and pepper.
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Set aside to marinate while you prepare the potatoes.
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Parboil the Potatoes:
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
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Add potatoes and cook for 8 minutes.
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Drain and set aside.
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Sauté the Potatoes:
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add drained potatoes and cook for 4 minutes.
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Stir and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until golden and fork-tender.
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Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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Cook the Chicken:
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tbsp butter.
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Add chicken strips in a single layer and sprinkle with minced garlic and red chili pepper flakes.
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Cook for 1 minute per side until nicely browned.
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Combine Everything:
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Stir in the reserved marinade and cook until fully absorbed.
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Add fresh herbs and sauté briefly.
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Return the potatoes to the skillet and heat through.
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Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve:
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Remove from heat and serve immediately.
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Garnish with additional chili flakes, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the skillet for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Swap yellow potatoes for sweet potatoes for a different flavor.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg