Description
A hearty one-pan comfort meal with tender chicken, golden roasted potatoes, and a creamy, cheesy sauce baked to perfection. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs or thyme
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cream or milk
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Spread evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Layer the raw chicken pieces on top of the potatoes. Scatter chopped onions and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour cream or milk evenly over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Add broccoli or green beans in the last 15–20 minutes of baking for extra veggies.
- Swap cream for cream of chicken soup for more richness.
- Use Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
