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Queso Chicken and Potatoes Skillet

Name: Queso Chicken and Potatoes Skillet (30-Minute)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 2 tbsp butter; 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed; 2 tbsp taco seasoning; 8 oz queso dip; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); 1/2 cup pico de gallo, for topping (optional)

This queso chicken and potatoes skillet combines crispy seasoned potatoes and tender cubed chicken in a single pan, topped with creamy queso dip for a complete Tex-Mex meal ready in 30 minutes.

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30 min

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Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp butter
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
2 tbsp taco seasoning
8 oz queso dip
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)optional
1/2 cup pico de gallo, for topping (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Peel and cube the potatoes, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
2
Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3
Toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
4
Transfer the seasoned potatoes to an air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
5
When the potatoes have about 10 minutes of cooking time left, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add the cubed chicken to the hot skillet and sprinkle with taco seasoning.
7
Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until it's golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
8
While the chicken is cooking, warm the queso dip in the microwave according to package directions.
9
Once the potatoes are done, add them to the skillet with the cooked chicken and stir everything together to combine.
10
Drizzle the warm queso over the chicken and potato mixture in the skillet.
11
Garnish with fresh cilantro and pico de gallo, if desired, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cube potatoes evenly (about ½ inch) so they cook at the same rate; smaller pieces will crisp faster than large chunks.
Don't skip the initial 15–18 minute sauté of potatoes in oil before adding chicken — this step creates crispy edges essential to the dish.
Warm queso dip separately or add it in the last 2 minutes off-heat to prevent it from breaking or becoming stringy.
Use a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet to distribute heat evenly and achieve maximum potato crisping.

Substitutions

Boneless, skinless chicken breast → chicken thighs (slightly longer cook time, more forgiving for tenderness)
Queso dip → shredded white cheddar or Oaxaca cheese mixed with a splash of heavy cream (more authentic but requires melting time)
Russet potatoes → Yukon gold potatoes (creamier texture, less starchy)
Taco seasoning → homemade blend of 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ¼ tsp cayenne (more control over spice level)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or chicken broth to restore creaminess.