Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes
This comforting dish combines tender chicken with buttery garlic baby potatoes, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lb 1 1/2 lb (650g) chicken breast, cut into strips Lean protein
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce Provides umami
- 1 tbsp 1 tablespoon hot sauce Brings a kick
- 1 tbsp 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds moisture
- 3 tbsp 3 tablespoons butter, divided Rich flavor
- 5 cloves 5 garlic cloves, minced Aromatic flavor
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped Herbaceous note
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped Earthy undertone
- 1 tsp 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped Adds depth
- Salt Salt and fresh cracked pepper Enhances overall flavor
- Crushed red chili pepper flakes to taste Crushed red chili pepper flakes, optional Adds heat
For the Potatoes
- 1.5 lb 1 1/2 lb (650g) baby yellow potatoes, quartered Tender texture
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips with soy sauce, olive oil, fresh cracked pepper, and hot sauce. Allow to marinate while preparing the potatoes.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the quartered baby potatoes. Parboil for about 8 minutes, until slightly tender.
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, mix olive oil with 1 tablespoon of butter. Add drained potatoes and cook until golden and tender, about 8 to 9 minutes.
- Remove potatoes from skillet. Add remaining butter and cook marinated chicken for 1 minute on each side until golden.
- Add minced garlic and optional crushed red chili flakes to the chicken and stir for additional flavor.
- Incorporate the reserved marinade, fresh herbs, and sautéed potatoes into the skillet and heat through.
- Season with salt and cracked pepper to taste before removing from heat.
Serving
- Serve the dish warm, garnished with optional crushed chili pepper, fresh herbs, and parmesan if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure chicken strips are evenly cut and do not overcrowd the skillet. Fresh herbs provide the best flavor, use less dried if substituting.