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Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake

Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake

Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and potatoes in a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Potatoes
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound Small Red or Yukon Gold Potatoes Cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the chicken
For the Seasoning and Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adds subtle heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides aromatic depth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder For savory goodness
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Base for the roux
  • 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickening agent
  • 2 cups Milk (Whole or 2%) For creamy consistency
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Known for meltiness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Elevates the sauce
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped) Adds color and freshness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the seasoned chicken over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté potato chunks for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
  6. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring until thickened to a creamy consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  8. In the baking dish, combine the chicken and potatoes, then pour the cheese sauce over, sprinkling additional mozzarella on top.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  10. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for family meals and can be customized with different vegetables or cheeses. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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