Skillet Chicken Potato Meal is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! Packed with flavor and easy to make, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time.

Grilled chicken breast slices with broccoli and mashed cauliflower on a plate.

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Skillet Chicken Potato Meal

We enjoy this skillet chicken over mashed potatoes, but you can certainly roast them instead. You can also use rice instead of potatoes or omit it altogether. The chicken and broccoli are delicious as is.

Ingredients

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oil
Broccoli florets (Cauliflower or Brussels sprouts would also be good.)
butter
chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, pound to even thickness (or thighs)
salt and pepper to taste
garlic, minced
chicken broth
Soy sauce (or coconut aminos or tamari)
lemon juice and zest
Fresh dill chopped (or dry dill. You can also sub thyme, basil, rosemary, cilantro, or parsley)
Yukon gold potatoes or your favorite potatoes
salt
butter
heavy cream

Grilled chicken breast with broccoli and mashed potatoes on a plate.

Skillet Chicken Potato Meal Cooking Tips

Make sure to pound your chicken breasts to an even thickness before cooking. This helps them cook more evenly and ensures they stay juicy.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken. If you add too much chicken at once, it won’t cook properly and may end up steaming instead of browning.
Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite herbs and spices. If you aren’t a fan of dill, try thyme, rosemary, cilantro, or parsley. These are all great additions!

Chicken Potato Meal FAQ

Q: Can I use frozen broccoli instead of fresh?
A: Yes, you can definitely use frozen broccoli if that’s what you have on hand. Just make sure to thaw it before cooking and adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
A: Absolutely! Chicken thighs would work just as well in this recipe. Just adjust the cooking time as needed since thighs may take a bit longer to cook through than breasts. Pork loin is another good option.

Q: Can I make this meal ahead of time?
A: While this Skillet Chicken Potato Meal is best enjoyed fresh, you can definitely prep some of the components ahead of time to make dinner time easier. Cook the chicken and broccoli up to a day in advance and store them in the fridge. Then, simply reheat them in the skillet and add the sauce before serving.

Grilled chicken breast served with broccoli and mashed potatoes on a plate.

Conclusion

Being a mom, I consciously develop recipes that are quick, easy and don’t have a lot of ingredients. Here are a few more that you’ll enjoy.

This Skillet Chicken Potato Meal is a winner all around! Give it a try for your next dinner!

A plate with chicken, broccoli and mashed potatoes.

Skillet Chicken Potato Meal

Skillet Chicken Potato Meal is a winner all around! It's quick, easy, and bursting with flavor.

Author: Paula

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 pound broccoli florets
3 tablespoons butter
1 pound chicken breasts boneless and skinless, pound to even thickness
salt and pepper to taste to taste
3 cloves garlic clove minced
½ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 medium lemon juice and zest (about 1/4 cup juice)
½ tablespoon fresh dill chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dry dill)

For potatoes

1 and ½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes or your favorite potatoes
½ tablespoon salt
⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat, add the broccoli and cook until tender, set aside.
1 tablespoon oil, 1 pound broccoli florets
Add the butter, and melt add the chicken, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste, and cook until lightly golden brown on all sides, about 3-5 minutes per side.
3 tablespoons butter, 1 pound chicken breasts, salt and pepper to taste
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
3 cloves garlic clove
Add the broth and Worcestershire bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
½ cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
Add the lemon juice and dill, simmer a couple of minutes.
1 medium lemon, ½ tablespoon fresh dill
Serve hot over mashed potatoes

For the potatoes

Wash the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add ½ tablespoon salt to the water. Bring to a boil.
Boil approximately 20 minutes. Cook time will depend on how large the potatoes. They will be done when fork-tender.
Rub the skin off with two kitchen towels if you want the skin removed, removing the skin is optional. Add the potatoes back to the hot pan. Add the melted butter and stir until it's absorbed.

Nutrition

Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are important to you, I recommend calculating them yourself.

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