The simplicity of this dish is one of the things I love most about it. The fresh and dominant flavors of lemon and garlic are front and center in both the chicken and potatoes. To compliment the bright lemon flavor, we use plenty of fresh thyme leaves for that herby punch. If you don’t have fresh thyme on hand, feel free to substitute dried thyme.
Can you use anything other than chicken breast pieces in this recipe?
I’m one of those folks that loves chicken breasts, so they’re often my first choice. For this dish you can use chicken tenders, chicken cutlets or boneless, skinless chicken thighs in place of the chicken breasts. They all work very well in one skillet meals like this. If you use something other than chicken breasts, adjust the cooking time, up or down as needed. As with most chicken breast recipes, make sure you don’t over cook the chicken!
Serve this skillet chicken and potatoes with a fresh green vegetable, or salad, for a complete meal.
We usually serve something green and fresh with a dish like this. Our favorite roasted green beans are a great choice, or in spring there’s nothing better than fresh asparagus. If you’re craving a tossed salad, this homemade Creamy Italian Dressing has the perfect flavor profile to compliment the lemon infused chicken.
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