Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe is the answer to busy nights when you want comfort food fast. In one pan you get tender BBQ chicken, crispy-edged potatoes and melty cheese with that sweet-smokey sauce everyone fights over. Everything cooks in 25 minutes while you set the table. If you love quick skillet meals, pair it with my Crispy Cottage Cheese Crusted Chicken Cutlets for another weeknight staple.
★★★★½ 4.5 (146 reviews)
Why You'll Love Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe (One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal)
Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe is a one-pan, 30-minute weeknight win with juicy chicken, crispy potatoes and sweet-smokey sauce.
- One pan = fewer dishes
- 30-minute meal from fridge to table
- Family-friendly flavors kids devour
- Great use for leftover chicken or potatoes
Ingredients
- Potatoes: baby reds or Yukon golds hold shape; russets get fluffier
- Chicken: thighs work for juicier bite; leftover rotisserie shaves 10 min
Instructions
Par-cook potatoes: Microwave quartered potatoes in covered bowl with 2 tbsp water 5 min until just tender.
Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in 12-inch skillet over med-high. Add diced chicken, sprinkle with paprika, garlic, onion, salt & pepper. Cook 4 min per side until golden.
Crisp potatoes: Add par-cooked potatoes to skillet. Let sit 2 min to brown, then stir another 4 min until edges crisp.
Expert Tips for Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe (One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal)
- Cut potatoes small so they finish same time as chicken
- Use a cast-iron skillet for best crust
- Want heat? Stir 1 tsp chipotle powder into BBQ sauce
Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe (One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal)
Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe is a one-pan, 30-minute weeknight win with juicy chicken, crispy potatoes and sweet-smokey sauce.
★★★★½ 4.5 (146 reviews)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced ¾-inch
- 1 lb baby potatoes, quartered
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup favorite BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced
Optional Toppings
- Extra BBQ sauce drizzle
- Pickled jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
How to Make Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe
- Par-cook potatoes: Microwave quartered potatoes in covered bowl with 2 tbsp water 5 min until just tender.
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in 12-inch skillet over med-high. Add diced chicken, sprinkle with paprika, garlic, onion, salt & pepper. Cook 4 min per side until golden.
- Crisp potatoes: Add par-cooked potatoes to skillet. Let sit 2 min to brown, then stir another 4 min until edges crisp.
- BBQ finish: Pour BBQ sauce over everything, stir to coat. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, reduce heat to low 2-3 min until melted. Garnish with green onions.
FAQs
Can I make Easy BBQ Chicken Potato Skillet Dinner Recipe ahead of time?
Yes, prep and refrigerate components; combine and reheat in skillet 8 min.
What’s the best substitute for BBQ sauce?
Mix ½ cup ketchup, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp Worcestershire, dash smoked paprika.
How do I store leftovers?
Airtight container in fridge 3 days or freeze 2 months.
Why did my potatoes turn out soggy?
They weren’t dry before searing; drain after microwaving and let skillet get hot before adding.