Lemon Herb Chicken and Potato Skillet
A bright one-skillet chicken dinner with tender potatoes, lemon, garlic, and herbs for a hearty meal with crisp golden edges.
Prep 10 min · Cook 25 min · Total 35 min · Makes 4 servings

Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered depending on size
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
Directions
- Warm the olive oil with the butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. When the butter is melted, add the potatoes and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. Let them cook, stirring now and then, for 8-10 minutes, until the edges pick up a little color.
- Scatter in the garlic, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, and lemon juice, then stir so the potatoes are coated. Cook just a minute or two, until the pan smells garlicky and herby.
- Pour in the chicken broth or water and let it come to a simmer. Tuck the chicken breasts down into the liquid, put on the lid, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Take off the lid and raise the heat back to medium-high. Cook, stirring here and there, for 2-3 minutes, so the leftover liquid cooks away and the potatoes become golden brown and crisp all over.
- Take the skillet off the heat, finish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm with your favorite side dishes.