Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash

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Juicy pan-seared chicken thighs served atop a golden, crispy Yukon Gold potato hash with caramelized onions and bell peppers. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs diced (about 300 g) Yukon Gold potatoes, medium, diced yellow onion, medium, diced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crisp, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and 1 diced red bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until soft and starting to caramelize. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups diced Yukon Gold potatoes and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden and crispy on the edges and tender inside. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Step 4: Serve the seared chicken thighs atop the potato hash, spooning any pan juices over the top for extra flavor.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, diced yellow onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Yukon Gold Potato Hash?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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