Description
This cozy skillet dinner features juicy chicken thighs, creamy Yukon gold potatoes, and a garlicky parmesan sauce—all cooked together for minimal fuss and maximum flavor. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any night you want a comforting, impressive meal without the stress.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (~1.2 lb)
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes (~1 lb), cut into 1-inch chunks
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme, or blend)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Mince garlic, grate parmesan, and chop parsley.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down, season with salt and pepper. Sear for 4 minutes until golden, then flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
- Add remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Toss in potatoes, season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian herbs. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes until golden. Add garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir gently, scraping up browned bits. Sprinkle half the parmesan over potatoes and stir to coat.
- Nestle chicken thighs on top of potatoes, skin-side up. Sprinkle remaining parmesan and herbs over everything. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and potatoes are tender.
- Let skillet rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve directly from the skillet.
Notes
Pat chicken dry for crispy skin. Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor. If your skillet isn’t oven-safe, transfer to a baking dish before baking. For extra crispy potatoes, toss them in a little cornstarch before sautéing. Broil for 2 minutes at the end for extra crunch, but watch closely to avoid burning the cheese. The recipe is flexible—try adding lemon zest, mushrooms, or swapping potatoes for cauliflower for a low-carb version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 27
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, skillet dinner, chicken and potatoes, easy Valentine’s Day dinner, comfort food, one-pan meal