About This Recipe
If there is one dish that has people running to the kitchen in my house when I make it — it is this Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet. The sound of chicken sizzling in the pan, the smell of garlic melting into butter, the smell of the Golden potatoes crisping up, and everything happening in one pan? Magic. It started as one of those lazy Sunday recipes when you see what you have on hand, and now it has become a weeknight favorite for Sultan whenever he wants something hearty.
Tools for Garlic Butter Skillet Dinner
To make this comforting Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet Recipe, you’ll need a sturdy skillet, tongs, and a good knife for prepping the potatoes. I’ve linked some of my favorite kitchen tools—reliable, affordable, and perfect for one-pan meals. Paper towels help get the chicken nice and crisp!
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cups baby potatoes, halved For the Potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil For the Potatoes
½ tsp salt For the Potatoes
¼ tsp pepper For the Potatoes
Garlic Butter Sauce For the Potatoes
4 tbsp unsalted butter For the Potatoes
5 garlic cloves, minced For the Potatoes
1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or ½ tsp dried) For the Potatoes
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional) For the Potatoes
Juice of ½ lemon (optional) For the Potatoes
Instructions
Step 1
Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pan, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Add halved potatoes, season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Cook 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fork-tender. Remove and set aside with chicken.
Step 6
Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the pan. Once melted, add garlic and herbs.
Step 7
Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Don’t burn the garlic!
Step 8
Return chicken and potatoes to the pan. Toss gently to coat with garlic butter.
Step 9
Squeeze lemon juice if using. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Step 10
Serve hot straight from the skillet!
Nutrition Information
Calories
460
Saturated Fat
9g
Carbs
32g
Sugars
2g
Protein
32g
Sodium
540mg
Fiber
4g
Secret Tips
Pat the chicken dry before searing — it helps it brown, not steam.
Use baby potatoes for a creamier texture inside and crispy skin outside.
Don’t rush the garlic butter stage. Let the garlic infuse the butter gently.
A little squeeze of lemon juice or dash of chili flakes at the end adds a lovely zing.
Use baby potatoes for a creamier texture inside and crispy skin outside.
Don’t rush the garlic butter stage. Let the garlic infuse the butter gently.
A little squeeze of lemon juice or dash of chili flakes at the end adds a lovely zing.
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