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Skillet Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Crispy Potatoes

A one-pan wonder featuring juicy chicken and golden potatoes finished with garlic and Parmesan for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, patted dry Pound to even thickness.
  • 1 pound Small waxy potatoes (like baby golds or reds), sliced into half-inch rounds Do not crowd the pan for best results.
  • 4 cloves Fresh garlic, finely minced Add to the garlic butter stage.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Plus a little extra for finishing.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For flavor and searing.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing chicken and potatoes.
  • to taste Salt Season chicken and potatoes.
  • to taste Black pepper Season chicken and potatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Season chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Sprinkle into the garlic butter.
  • to taste Fresh parsley or chives, chopped For garnish.
  • 1 lemon Lemon wedges For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pound the chicken to even thickness and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter.
  3. Add potatoes in a single layer and let them cook for 4 to 5 minutes without stirring until crisp. Flip and cook another 4 minutes until golden.
  4. Remove potatoes to a plate and season with salt.
Cooking
  1. Add a touch more oil to the skillet if needed and lay down the chicken. Cook until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 F before removing to rest.
Building Garlic Butter
  1. Reduce heat to low and add butter and minced garlic. Stir for 30 seconds, ensuring garlic doesn’t brown.
  2. Toss in potatoes, add most of the Parmesan, and a pinch of Italian seasoning. Stir gently.
Finishing and Serving
  1. Slice the chicken and return to the skillet. Toss lightly with potatoes and garlic butter. Top with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs.
  2. Serve with lemon wedges for a bright finish.

Notes

Let the chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Experiment with adding vegetables or herbs for variations.