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One-Skillet Chicken Dinner

A cozy one-skillet dinner featuring browned chicken, tender potatoes, and fresh green beans, all cooked to perfection in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on You can use boneless chicken, adjusting cook time.
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced Yukon Golds or red potatoes are recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can reduce the amount for a lighter version.
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed Add during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet, cooking until browned on both sides.
  3. Remove the chicken thighs and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
  5. Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, paprika, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and cover with a lid.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Add the green beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for using leftovers. The potatoes absorb the broth, making a delicious base. If you have leftovers, you can create a hearty chicken and stuffing casserole.