Easy Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with garlic butter and diced potatoes, all in one skillet for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, allowing it to foam slightly.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, stirring occasionally.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme on both sides.
- Cook the seasoned chicken in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Set the chicken aside on a plate, covering it lightly to keep warm.
- Cook the diced potatoes in the same skillet, stirring to coat in the remaining butter, until tender and golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Combine the chicken with the potatoes in the skillet, cooking everything together for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Adjust seasonings as per taste and try adding different vegetables or herbs for variations.