Description
Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet is a delicious and hearty one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, crispy golden potatoes, and tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe offers balanced smoky and savory flavors, minimal prep, and easy cleanup, making it an ideal family-friendly dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
Vegetables
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved if large
- Optional: bell peppers, corn kernels, or green beans for veggie boost
Sauces and Oils
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (choose your favorite variety)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Rinse the baby potatoes and cut any larger ones in half to ensure even cooking. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika for well-rounded flavor.
- Cook the Potatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook undisturbed for about 8 minutes to develop a golden crust. Stir occasionally until they become fork-tender and crisp on the outside.
- Sear the Chicken: Push the potatoes to the sides of the skillet and add the chicken pieces in the center. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, allowing the outside to brown nicely while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
- Add the BBQ Sauce: Lower the heat and pour your favorite BBQ sauce over the chicken and potatoes. Stir gently to coat everything evenly, then cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors and finish cooking the chicken thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked to perfection, sprinkle fresh parsley over the skillet for color and brightness. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Pre-cook potatoes by parboiling for a few minutes to reduce skillet cooking time and ensure softness inside.
- Use a heavy-bottom skillet like cast iron for even heat distribution and perfect searing.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure chicken and potatoes cook evenly and develop a crispy crust.
- Verify chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe eating using a meat thermometer.
- Let the skillet rest off heat for a couple of minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg