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Creamy garlic cheesy chicken with potatoes on a plate

High-Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes

A delightful dish combining tender chicken and crispy potatoes in a rich, creamy sauce, packed with protein and perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.75 lbs chicken breast (cubed (800g))
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons mixed herbs
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
For the Potatoes
  • 1.75 lbs potatoes (cubed (800g))
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (for potatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (for potatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (for potatoes)
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup milk (any type (120ml))
  • 3.5 oz light cream cheese (Philadelphia Lightest (100g))
  • 1.4 oz grated Parmesan cheese (40g)
  • 1.75 oz shredded mozzarella (or low-fat cheese (50g))
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, toss together the cubed chicken breast, minced garlic, onion powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika, salt, and olive oil until every piece of chicken is evenly coated.
  2. In a separate bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, and paprika.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large deep pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low.
  2. Cook the potatoes in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for about 18-20 minutes or in the oven at the same temperature for 20-23 minutes until they turn crispy and golden brown.
  3. Lower the heat on the chicken pan. Add the milk and light cream cheese, stirring continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Stir in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella until they melt and the sauce becomes creamy. Season with additional salt, garlic, or mixed herbs to taste, if desired.
  5. Gently fold in the crispy potatoes to ensure they are well coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. Cover the pan for 4-5 minutes on low heat to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese to fully integrate.
Serving
  1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately, enjoying the rich flavors and delightful textures.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices and olive oil for at least an hour before cooking. Consider using a different cheese like cheddar for a unique flavor twist.