Creamy Chicken and Potato Skillet

Creamy Chicken and Potato Skillet

A comforting one-pan American dish featuring tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and sautéed mushrooms in a rich, buttery sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that tastes homemade and satisfying.

30 min
Easy
4 servings

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Taste Profile

Sweet3/10
Salty4/10
Sour2/10
Umami6/10
Spicy0/10

🥄 Texture

Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces contrast with soft, fork-tender cubes of white and sweet potato. Sliced mushrooms and sautéed onions add a slightly chewy, meaty element while the milk-and-yogurt sauce gives an overall creamy, slightly silky mouthfeel.

👃 Aroma

Warm, buttery aromas with savory notes of cooked chicken and earthy mushrooms dominate, with a hint of caramelized onion sweetness. The dish has a comforting, mild dairy aroma from the milk and Greek yogurt that rounds out the savory scents.

🍷 Pairs Well With

A medium-bodied white like a lightly oaked Chardonnay or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc; alternatively a light-bodied Pinot Noir or a dry hard cider for contrast.

🥗 Side Dishes

A bright green salad with a lemon vinaigrette to cut the richness; steamed or roasted green beans or broccoli for freshness; crusty bread or a warm baguette to soak up the creamy sauce.

Ingredients(5 items)

  • 11.5 pounds chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 22 cups white potatoes (peeled and diced into small cubes)
  • 31 cup sweet potato (peeled and diced into small cubes)
  • 48 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
  • 51 medium onion (diced)

Nutrition Information(per serving)

385
Calories
38g
Protein
32g
Carbs
12g
Fat

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.

  2. 2

    In the same pan, add 1 more tablespoon butter. Add the diced onions and sliced mushrooms, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly golden. Stir occasionally.

  3. 3

    Add the diced white potatoes and sweet potatoes to the pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

  4. 4

    Pour in 1 cup milk and add 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, stirring well to combine. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and mix everything together. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is warm and creamy.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot directly from the pan or transfer to plates. Enjoy!

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