Cheesy Chicken Potato Bake
A hearty and cheesy baked dish combining tender chicken, potatoes, and melty cheese, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 pounds small red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch chunks
Fats & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, divided
Dairy & Cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk or 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch dish.
- Toss chicken with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder. Sear in skillet 3-4 mins. Remove; potatoes cook 5-7 mins.
- Make cheese sauce: melt butter, whisk in flour, cook 1 min. Gradually add milk, cook until thickened 5-7 mins. Stir in remaining seasonings, half mozzarella, Parmesan.
- Combine potatoes and chicken in dish. Pour cheese sauce over, sprinkle remaining mozzarella. Bake 20-25 mins until golden. Rest 5 mins, garnish with parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 850kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 65g | Fat: 45g | Sodium: 1500mg