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    Quick Chicken Potato Skillet

    Published: Jan 22, 2021 by Janessa

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    We all need those meals that help you push off grocery shopping for another day and this Quick Chicken and Potato Skillet is one of mine. (Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet and Lemon Shrimp and Rice are some other go-to's!)

    Meals for those times when it seems like there is nothing left to eat in the house.

    Until you dive deep in the freezer and discover a couple of chicken breasts that you haven't used yet and maybe a half used bag of frozen vegetables.

    And then, if you're lucky, you check the pantry and it turns out there were a few stray potatoes hanging around, too! Now if you have an onion or two pushed to the back of the fridge... then it looks like you're all set to make this tasty one pot meal!

    Grocery shopping averted (at least for one more day).

    Top view of two plates of chicken, potatoes and peas.

    And the best part of this quick one pot chicken and potatoes is that it is so delicious that it doesn't even feel like you're eating a scraped together meal.

    In fact, you might even decide to make it when you do have lots of groceries in the house (we do!).

    The Ingredients

    Ingredients for potato and chicken skillet.
    • Avocado Oil- Butter, olive oil or coconut oil will also work.
    • Yellow Onion
    • Garlic Powder- Feel free to use 2 freshly minced cloves instead.
    • Chicken- You can increase the amount of chicken if you want the dish to have more meat.
    • Potatoes- I usually use Russet potatoes but any kind should work.
    • Balsamic Vinegar- Red or white wine vinegar could be used in a pinch.
    • Thyme- You can use 2 tablespoon of fresh in place of dried.
    • Frozen Vegetables- I like to use a mix of peas and carrots but use what you like best.
    • Water
    • Sea Salt and Black Pepper

    The Method

    1. Cook chicken. Heat the oil over medium-high and cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned. It will continue to cook with the rest of the dish so it doesn't need to be cooked through.
    2. Sauté onions. Move the chicken to one side and add the onions and seasonings. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring often until tender and starting to caramelize.
    3. Add potatoes and simmer. Place the chicken in the centre of the skillet and distribute the onions around. Add the potatoes on top of the onions and then pour water and balsamic vinegar over top. Sprinkle with thyme and cover. Simmer for 10 minutes and then stir. Add an additional ¼ to ½ cup water if needed. Cover and cook for 5-10 more minutes until the potatoes are tender.
    4. Add frozen vegetables. Pour the frozen vegetables on top, cover and cook for 5 more minutes until vegetables are heated through.
    Steps to make quick potato chicken skillet.

    5. Serve! Stir to mix the vegetables in with the potatoes.

    Quick chicken and potatoes cooked in a skillet with peas and carrots.

    Leftovers

    To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I don't recommend freezing as it may affect the texture of the potatoes.

    To Reheat: Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.

    Plate of potatoes, chicken and vegetables.

    Make it Your Own

    • Use sweet potatoes- Replace part or all of the potatoes with sweet potatoes.
    • Change up the herbs- Try using another favourite herb such as rosemary in place of the thyme or use a blend.
    • Use chicken thighs- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs would be great in this recipe in place of chicken breasts.
    • Dice the chicken- Dice the chicken into ¾ inch chunks so that it can be fully mixed into the potatoes and vegetables.

    Serving Ideas

    This quick chicken and potato skillet is a great all in one meal! But if you would like to add to it, it would go well with a a simple garden or Mediterranean Salad. It would also be tasty topped with Homemade Croutons or along with a slice of Honey Oat Bread.

    Close up shot showing nicely browned chicken in the skillet with potatoes and vegetables.

    Dietary Notes

    If you have dietary restrictions, check the packaging of specific ingredients that you use to ensure they are compliant. This recipe is:

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Nut Free

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    Quick Chicken and Potato Skillet

    5 from 7 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    45 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 451kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon avocado oil
    • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced, about 1 cup
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut in half for four pieces
    • 2 lb russet potatoes cut into half inch cubes, about 4 cups
    • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 teaspoon dried thyme finely chopped
    • 2 cups frozen vegetables of choice
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add chicken and cook 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
    • Move the chicken aside and add onions, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender and starting to caramelize.
    • Position the chicken in the center of the skillet. Spread onions around the edges and place the potatoes on top. Pour the vinegar and water evenly over the dish. Sprinkle the thyme over top.
    • Cover and let cook on medium for 10 minutes. Stir and add an additional ¼-1/2 cup of water if needed.
    • Let cook 5-10 additional minutes until the potatoes are softened. Add the frozen vegetables to the dish and cook until warmed, about 3-5 additional minutes. Stir and serve.

    Notes

    Leftovers 
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I don't recommend freezing as it may change the texture of the potatoes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 1624mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4678IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 4mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Beth

      June 17, 2022 at 9:57 am

      5 stars
      I'm in love with this one. It doesn't get much better than chicken, potatoes, and veggies. I think my family is going to love this.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        June 17, 2022 at 9:58 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Beth!

        Reply
    2. Tara

      June 17, 2022 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      Made this for an easy breakfast option. It was so delicious. All of the flavors perfectly compliment each other!

      Reply
    3. veenaazmanov

      June 17, 2022 at 10:58 am

      5 stars
      Love this delicious side dish. Potatoes are my favorite. Delicious combination of ingredients. Perfect for Dinner.

      Reply
    4. Tavo

      June 17, 2022 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      Super quick and easy to make. It made our last night's dinner incredible!

      Reply
    5. Beth

      June 17, 2022 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      Such a yummy one pot meal. I'm going to be making this a lot!

      Reply

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