Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Potato Skillet 🤤 Cheap & Easy Dinner

Ingredients

• 2 medium Russet Potatoes (Cubed into ½‑inch pieces, skin left on for texture)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Seasoning for potatoes)
• 1 tsp Paprika (Adds mild smoky flavor to potatoes)
• ½ tsp Salt (Season potatoes and chicken)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (For sautéing chicken)
• 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (About 1 lb total, cubed into bite‑size pieces)
• 2 cloves Garlic (Minced, added to chicken and sauce)
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning (Season chicken)
• 2 tbsp Butter (Base for Parmesan garlic sauce)
• ½ cup Heavy Cream (Creates a rich sauce)
• ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (Finely grated, adds salty depth)
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded, for topping and melt)
• ¼ tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground, optional)

Instructions

1. Cube and Season Potatoes

   Wash the potatoes, leave the skins on, and cut them into uniform ½‑inch cubes. Place in a mixing bowl and toss with garlic powder, paprika, and salt.

   Time: PT10M

2. Air‑Fry 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

3. Cube Chicken

   While the potatoes are cooking, cut the chicken breasts into bite‑size cubes.

   Time: PT5M

4. Sauté Chicken

   Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the cubed chicken, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

5. Combine Chicken and Potatoes

   When the chicken is done, add the crispy air‑fried potatoes back into the skillet and stir to combine.

   Time: PT2M

6. Make Parmesan Garlic Sauce

   In the same skillet, push the chicken‑potato mixture to the side. Melt butter over medium heat, add the remaining minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens. Season with a pinch of black pepper and additional salt if needed.

   Time: PT5M

7. Add Sauce and Cheese

   Pour the Parmesan garlic sauce over the chicken and potatoes, mixing to coat evenly. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top.

   Time: PT2M

8. Melt Mozzarella

   Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let the cheese melt, about 5 minutes, or place the skillet under a broiler for 2‑3 minutes for a golden top.

   Time: PT5M

9. Serve

   Remove from heat, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve hot. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

460

Protein

32 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

3 g