Chicken and Potato Skillet Delight
A comforting and hearty meal made with chicken, potatoes, and spices, all cooked in one skillet.
Equipment
- Large Skillet Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 0.75 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp olive or avocado oil (for potatoes)
- 1.5 lbs potatoes, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 4.5 oz canned green chiles
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 0.5 tsp salt (for the mixture)
- Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 1/2 tbsp of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces.
- Season the chicken with chili powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the chicken is browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp of oil. Once hot, add the diced potatoes and onion. Sauté on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are browned and tender, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the diced tomatoes, green chiles, chicken stock, oregano, parsley, and 1/2 tsp of salt. Stir to combine.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked and everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, feel free to add more cayenne pepper or your favorite hot sauce. This dish pairs well with a side salad for a complete meal.