This delicious chicken recipe, inspired by a friend’s tip from Italy, is so flavorful you’ll want to make it every day! A perfect combination of chicken, potatoes, and carrots in a honey garlic sauce, this one-pan dinner is easy to prepare and absolutely mouth-watering.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 6 chicken thighs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beer (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
- 200 g smoked bacon, chopped
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup water
For the Spaghetti:
- Water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 250 g spaghetti
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Vegetables:
- 4-5 potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Cook the Bacon:
- In the same skillet, add the chopped smoked bacon and cook until crispy.
- Take the bacon out of the skillet and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Add the chopped potatoes and carrots to the skillet and cook in the bacon fat until they start to soften, about 10 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables.
- Pour the beer over the chicken and vegetables.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with 3 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup of water. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, combine the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. Mix well.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Cook the Spaghetti:
- Heat water in a large pot until it reaches a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Boil the spaghetti following the package directions until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain and set aside.
- Serve:
- Place the cooked spaghetti on a serving platter.
- Arrange the chicken thighs and vegetables on top of the spaghetti.
- Drizzle some of the pan sauce over the entire dish.
- Garnish with the crispy bacon pieces.
Conclusion
This Italian-Inspired Skillet Chicken Dinner is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The honey garlic sauce adds a sweet and savory touch to the tender chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables. Paired with spaghetti, this dish is a complete and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.