Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of High-Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes, a delightful dish perfect for any family gathering or cozy weeknight meal. This recipe features tender chicken breasts and hearty russet potatoes enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce infused with two types of cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience everyone will love. With straightforward preparation steps and minimal cooking time, you can easily create this satisfying meal that’s high in protein and flavor. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley for an inviting presentation that will have your family coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large chicken breasts, diced
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- Remove chicken and prepare sauce: combine chicken broth, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in the skillet; stir until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper; simmer gently.
- Stir in cubed potatoes until well coated before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish; bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Let cool briefly; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg