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easy italian chicken and fried potatoes

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Megan213 avatar
Warren, OH
Updated on Apr 30, 2013

Need a quick and easy meal for dinner tonight? Well, this is just what ya need. It's always my go-to for those evenings that I don't feel like making a fuss over dinner, but it also tastes like I spent all day preparing. If you plan ahead, which I rarely do when I decide I am going to make this, you can allow the chicken to marinade in the dressing for hours beforehand. Even 30 minutes will do as you prep the potatoes. Add your favorite fresh herbs. I use whatever I have on hand, and it always comes out delicious.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • CHICKEN
  • 4 - 6 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
  • 1 bottle Italian dressing (16 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
  • POTATOES
  • 6-8 medium potatoes, skins on, washed
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cups Italian dressing
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • fresh herbs, to taste
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make easy italian chicken and fried potatoes

  • Step 1
    Remove any excess fat from the chicken.
  • Step 2
    Place in a large glass bowl. Pour dressing over chicken until thoroughly covered. Turn the chicken to be sure to get both sides. Cover and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Step 3
    In the meantime, prepare the potatoes. Clean potatoes. Cut in one-inch wedges, leaving skin intact. Add olive oil to a large skillet heated over medium-high heat. Add potatoes. Cook for 15 minutes, turning frequently to brown on all sides.
  • Step 4
    When potatoes are halfway done, add Italian dressing, minced garlic, onions, and fresh herbs. Add salt and pepper to taste. Continue to cook over medium heat, turning frequently. I cover during this process to help the potatoes cook all the way through. Continue to cook until potatoes are cooked all the way through.
  • Step 5
    While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil on medium heat in another large skillet. Add chicken, marinade, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook 5-7 minutes each side, depending on the thickness of the breast.
  • Step 6
    Add fresh herbs in the last couple of minutes. I used fresh rosemary in this dish.
  • Step 7
    Top with optional parmesan cheese just before serving! This dish goes very well with candied carrots as a side dish. This is one meal I never have leftovers. Sometimes I wish I did so I wouldn't have to cook!
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