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Garlic butter chicken bites and potatoes

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites and Potatoes

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites and Potatoes is an easy, hearty skillet dinner featuring tender bite-sized chicken and golden, crispy potatoes tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. The chicken is seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, then browned alongside the potatoes before being finished with fresh garlic, butter, herbs, and a touch of lemon.
Ready in about 40 minutes, it's a flavorful weeknight meal that's simple to customize with vegetables, Parmesan, herbs, or a little spice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 1/2 pounds baby or Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 to 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, approximately 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces and season with the remaining salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and beginning to become tender. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Add the remaining olive oil if needed. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter.
  7. Once melted, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Return the potatoes to the skillet and toss everything together.
  9. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the potatoes are completely tender and coated in garlic butter.
  10. Remove from the heat and toss with fresh parsley and optional lemon juice.
  11. Serve immediately.