One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Skillet
This One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Skillet is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and a rich garlic butter herb sauce. It’s beginner-friendly, easy to clean up, and perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Potatoes:
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the Garlic Herb Butter Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- Optional: ¼ cup chicken broth for more sauce
Instructions
- Boil halved baby potatoes for 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain and pat dry.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add thyme and rosemary to the skillet and stir.
- Toss in the potatoes and cook until golden and crisp on the edges.
- Return chicken to the pan. Spoon sauce over and simmer, covered, until chicken is fully cooked.
- Garnish with parsley and serve your One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Skillet warm.
Notes
Tip: Dry your potatoes well after boiling for crispier edges.
Variation: Use sweet potatoes or add green beans for extra color and nutrition. This One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Skillet is highly customizable!
Nutrition
Calories: 420 kcal per serving (approx.)
Protein: 32g | Carbs: 26g | Fat: 22g
Variation: Use sweet potatoes or add green beans for extra color and nutrition. This One-Pan Cowboy Garlic Chicken & Potatoes Skillet is highly customizable!
Nutrition
Calories: 420 kcal per serving (approx.)
Protein: 32g | Carbs: 26g | Fat: 22g