Garlic Parm Chicken & Potato Skillet
Garlic Parm Chicken & Potato Skillet is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 270 calories per serving. Recipe by Cookinginthemidwest on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 32 min | Total: 57 min
Cost: $9.17 total, $2.29 per serving
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes Russet Potatoes (peeled and cubed to ½‑inch pieces)
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra‑virgin recommended)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked paprika optional)
- 1 pound Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, cubed)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 1 cup Garlic Parmesan Sauce (store‑bought or homemade)
- 4 ounces Fresh Mozzarella (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
Season the Potatoes
Peel and cube the potatoes into ½‑inch pieces. In a large mixing bowl toss them with 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, minced garlic, and paprika until evenly coated.
Time: PT5M
Air‑Fry the Potatoes
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the basket and air‑fry for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Time: PT20M
Temperature: 400°F
Season the Chicken
Cube the chicken breast into bite‑size pieces. In another bowl toss with the remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika.
Time: PT5M
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium heat, add the melted butter, and once foamy add the seasoned chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the interior reaches 165°F, about 6‑8 minutes.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: medium heat
Add Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Reduce the heat to low, pour the garlic‑parmesan sauce over the chicken, and stir to coat. Heat for another 2 minutes until the sauce is warmed through.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: low
Combine Potatoes and Chicken
Remove the crispy potatoes from the air fryer and add them to the skillet. Toss gently to combine with the sauced chicken.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium heat
Melt the Mozzarella
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to a pre‑heated oven (400°F) and bake for 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 400°F
Serve
Remove from the oven, let rest for 2 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 270
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbohydrates
- 10 g
- Fat
- 9 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: High‑protein, Gluten‑free, Nut‑free
Allergens: Dairy
Last updated: April 18, 2026






