Power-Packed High Protein Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes
Tender chicken coated in a silky garlic-Parmesan sauce paired with golden, cheesy potatoes. High-protein, comforting, and perfect for healthy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Savory Chicken Seasoning
- 800g chicken breast, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried mixed herbs
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp olive oil
Crispy Potato Base
- 800g raw potatoes, cubed
- 1 tsp each: salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika
- Optional: light coating of olive oil or cooking spray
Creamy Garlic Cheese Sauce
- 120ml milk of your choice
- 100g light cream cheese
- 40g finely grated Parmesan
- 50g shredded mozzarella or reduced-fat cheese
- Extra salt, garlic, or herbs to taste
- Fresh parsley for finishing
Instructions
- Toss cubed potatoes with seasoning and cook until golden and crispy.
- Heat pan over medium heat, cook seasoned chicken 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Reduce heat. Pour in milk and stir in cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold crispy potatoes into the creamy chicken mixture. Scatter mozzarella, cover, and heat 4–5 minutes.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Air fryer: 200°C / 400°F for 18–20 minutes
- Oven: 200°C / 400°F for 20–23 minutes
- Reduce heat before adding dairy to keep sauce smooth.
- Stir patiently until cream cheese melts fully for velvety texture.
- Light spray of oil prevents potatoes from drying out.