Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Skillet

Juicy chicken and crispy golden potatoes cooked together in a garlicky Parmesan butter sauce—an easy skillet meal loaded with flavor.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved

3 tbsp olive oil, divided

4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp salt (plus more to taste)

½ tsp black pepper

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

Season chicken with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Cook the Potatoes:

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add potatoes, cut side down, and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and tender. Remove and set aside.

Cook the Chicken:

In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Transfer chicken to a plate.

Make Garlic Butter Sauce:

Lower heat slightly. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).

Combine Everything:

Return potatoes to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter. Sprinkle Parmesan over potatoes, then add chicken back into the skillet.

Finish and Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot straight from the skillet.

Tip: For extra crispiness, broil the skillet in the oven for 2–3 minutes before serving.

Yield: 4 servings

Total Time: ~35 minutes