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Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake

Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake: Comfort in Every Bite

This Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake combines creamy cheese with tender chicken and fluffy potatoes, creating a comforting dish perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for pre-searing chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Substitute with white pepper for a milder option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as substitution
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Consider fresh onion if preferred
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Small Red or Yukon Gold Potatoes Provides a creamy texture when baked
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Base for the roux
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free if necessary
  • 2 cups Milk (Whole or 2%) Non-dairy milk works if plain and unsweetened
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Consider Pecorino Romano as substitute
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can be replaced with chives or omitted

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the boneless skinless chicken breast cubes with half of the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and one-quarter of the onion powder.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken cubes and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, and toss in the cut potato chunks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  5. In a medium saucepan, melt three tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in three tablespoons of all-purpose flour to form a roux.
  6. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, stirring until the sauce thickens and bubbles, about 5 minutes.
  7. Once thickened, reduce the heat to low, and add the remaining garlic powder, onion powder, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth.
  8. In the greased baking dish, combine the pre-seared chicken and sautéed potatoes. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the bake and place it in the preheated oven to bake for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Cheesy Chicken and Potato Bake is perfect for busy weeknights and can be prepared in advance. Experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor twist.

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