Can I make this if I don’t have an air fryer?

Yes, you can. I’ve done the potatoes in the oven before when the air fryer was already in use. They just need to be cooked until tender with a little color on them before going into the skillet. It takes longer, but it still works.

Does this reheat well the next day?

It does, though the potatoes won’t stay crispy. I usually reheat it and add a small drizzle of BBQ sauce if it looks dry. That’s usually enough to bring it back.

Can I use a different type of cheese?

You can. Mozzarella is easy because it melts fast, but cheddar or a blend works too. I’ve swapped it depending on what I had, and it never caused a problem.

Is this recipe spicy?

Not on its own. Most of the flavor comes from the BBQ sauce. If the sauce is mild, the whole dish stays mild. If you want heat, using a spicier sauce or adding something at the end is the easiest way.

BBQ Chicken And Potato Skillet

Description

A cheesy, smoky one-pan BBQ chicken and potato skillet packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
5 small to medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
Olive oil
Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (to taste)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Peel, rinse, and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated. Transfer to an air fryer and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally.
Cut the chicken breasts into cubes. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, ranch seasoning, and onion powder. Cook until golden and fully cooked (6–8 minutes).
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in BBQ sauce and toss the chicken to coat. Simmer gently.
Add the crispy potatoes to the skillet and stir so everything is evenly coated with the BBQ sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Broil for 1–2 minutes or cover with a lid to melt the cheese on the stovetop.
Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce and serve hot.

Notes

You can use pre-cooked or leftover potatoes to save time. Adjust seasoning to taste and use your favorite BBQ sauce variety.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 520
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: bbq chicken, skillet dinner, cheesy potatoes, one pan meal