BBQ Chicken and Potato Skillet
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This BBQ Chicken and Potato Skillet is quick and easy to make perfect to throw together for a midweek dinner. The potatoes are cooked in the air fryer while the chicken sears in a skillet, then combine everything together, top with some mozzarella cheese, pop it under the broiler and dinner is served.
Skillet + Air Fryer = Weeknight Dinner Win
I love skillet dinners but this one is a bit different. I crisp up my potatoes in the air fryer to speed things up. I seriously love this little appliance, it is my most used gadget in the kitchen. While the potatoes are crisping up, I can focus on cooking the chicken, making the BBQ glaze and then all you have left to do is combine everything together, sprinkle some or lots of mozzarella cheese and pop it under the broiler until it’s all gooey and golden.
Trust me, you can’t go wrong with BBQ chicken and potatoes, it really is perfect for everyone. It’s hearty, saucy, cheesy and a little bit sticky in the best way.
Why You’ll Love This BBQ Chicken and Potatoes Skillet Dinner
- Complete meal: No need to bother with additional sides or salads.
- Low effort prep: Peel some potatoes, cut some chicken and gather a couple ingredients.
- No hard to find ingredients: plus plenty of substitutions.
- Crowd pleaser: Even your picky family members will go back for seconds.
- Totally delicious: Crispy potatoes, sticky BBQ chicken and lots of gooey cheese.
Ingredients and Tips
- Potatoes: I used Yukon gold potatoes, unless I’m baking potatoes, this is always my go-to potato. You can substitute with russets, red skin potatoes or even sweet potatoes.
- Chicken: I used boneless skinless chicken breast, but thighs will also work. If you want to save some time and have some leftover rotisserie chicken, use it. Simply toss it in with the BBQ sauce and skip the sear.
- No air fryer? Roast the potatoes on a sheet pan at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Cheese: I used mozzarella for its perfect melty cheese pulls. Substitute with cheddar, Monterey Jack or pepper jack if you want spicy!
- BBQ sauce: Use your favorite or make your own.
- Worcestershire and brown sugar: Totally optional but worth it. They add lots of great flavor and make that sauce extra sticky and glossy.
- Broil at the end: Don’t skip this step, you want that cheese nice and melty. Watch it, it only takes a couple minutes under the broiler.
Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Air fry at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway. You’re looking for crispy edges and soft, fluffy centers.
While the potatoes are doing their thing, heat the remaining olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sear until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
Turn the heat down to medium-low and stir in the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, and brown sugar if using. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the chicken is coated and everything smells amazing.
Add the crispy potatoes to the skillet and gently toss until they’re coated in that glossy BBQ goodness.
Sprinkle mozzarella all over the top, then slide the skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with parsley, drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if you like it extra saucy, and you’re ready to serve.
How To Serve It
This skillet dinner truly is a meal on its own but if you are looking for something to serve it with, here are some great dishes:
Easy Tossed Salad
Quick Yeast Dinner Rolls
Skillet Green Beans
The Best Tiramisu
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! You can cook the potatoes and chicken ahead of time, then just reheat everything in the skillet, add the BBQ sauce, and broil with cheese right before serving.
Can I use leftover chicken?
Absolutely. Shredded rotisserie chicken works perfectly here. Just skip the searing step and toss it right in with the BBQ sauce to warm through.
Can I make this vegetarian?
Sure! Swap the chicken for roasted cauliflower, chickpeas, or even tofu cubes. Just toss them in the BBQ sauce at the end.
What if I don’t have an air fryer?
No worries. Roast the potatoes on a sheet pan at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
Try These Delicious Chicken And Potatoes Dinners
- Chicken And Potato Skillet
- Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes
- Chicken Vesuvio
- Chicken Scarpariello
- Roasted Chicken And Vegetables
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BBQ Chicken and Potato Skillet
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (cut into ½-inch cubes)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus more if you like it extra saucy)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for depth)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for extra sticky-sweet glaze)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded )
- fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
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Instructions
- Toss the cubed potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Air fry at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sear 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, and brown sugar (if using). Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the chicken is coated and saucy.
- Add the crispy potatoes into the skillet, tossing everything together so the sauce coats both chicken and potatoes.
- Sprinkle mozzarella evenly on top. Place the skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden in spots.
- Garnish with parsley, add extra BBQ sauce if desired, and serve hot straight from the skillet.
Notes
- Potatoes: Yukon golds are perfect for creamy centers but red or russet potatoes work as long as you cut them evenly.
- Chicken Choices: Use thighs for extra juicy bites or breasts if you prefer leaner meat.
- Cheese Options: Mozzarella gives you perfect meltiness but cheddar, Monterey Jack or pepper jack are also delicious.
- BBQ Sauce: Choose your favorite store bought sauce or stir in a splash of Worcestershire for extra depth.
- Air Fryer Alternative: Roast potatoes at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crisp.
- Make Ahead: Cook the potatoes and chicken earlier in the day then combine and broil with cheese just before serving.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven until hot and the cheese melts.
Nutrition Information
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
