Skillet Chicken with Scalloped Potatoes

I want to share a recipe that I really enjoy making and my husband enjoys eating. I've made this dish with both pork and chicken, but I'll share the recipe with chicken. This is a delicious high protein meal that does not hurt my stomach. It's a good pre-workout meal.

Skillet Chicken with Scalloped Golden Potatoes

Servings: 3

Ingredients:

• 8 mini golden potatoes, thinly sliced

• 1 cup milk (I use lactose free milk)

• 2 small onions, sliced

• 2 tbsp garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Italian seasoning (1.5 tbsp)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Thinly slice the mini golden potatoes.

   • Slice the onions and mince the garlic if not pre-minced.

   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

2. Sauté the Italian Seasoning:

   • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter & add the seasoning.

   • Add the sliced onions and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and softened (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Push the onions to the side and add the chicken breasts to the skillet.

   • Sear the chicken on each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown but not fully cooked through.

4. Simmer with Potatoes:

   • Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet, spreading them evenly.

   • Pour in the milk, ensuring the potatoes are mostly covered.

   • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F / 75°C).

5. Final Touches:

   • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

   • If desired, sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

6. Serve & Enjoy!

   • Plate the chicken with the creamy potatoes and onions. Serve warm!

Macronutrient Breakdown (Per Serving)

Calories: ~450 kcalProtein: ~50gCarbohydrates: ~40gFats: ~12g

Macronutrient Calculation (Approximate per serving)

• Chicken breast (3 total, ~6 oz each) → ~150 kcal, 32g protein, 3.5g fat

• Mini golden potatoes (8 total, ~1.2 lbs) → ~110 kcal, 25g carbs, 0g fat

• Milk (1 cup, whole milk) → ~150 kcal, 8g protein, 12g carbs, 8g fat

• Onions (2 small, ~1 cup sliced) → ~40 kcal, 10g carbs, 1g protein, 0g fat

• Garlic (2 tbsp, ~6 cloves) → ~20 kcal, 5g carbs, 0g fat

• Butter (2 tbsp) → ~200 kcal, 22g fat

• Total per serving (divided by 3) → ~450 kcal, 50g protein, 40g carbs, 12g fat

  
  

This is an estimate based on standard nutritional values (I used ChatGPT to find this). If you want more accuracy, you can use a food scale and a nutrition-tracking app like MyFitnessPal.