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High-Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes


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  • Author: sofia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 portions

Description

High-protein, low-calorie one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken breast, crispy potatoes, and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.


Ingredients

  • 1.75 lbs chicken breast, cubed (800g)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp mixed herbs
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1.75 lbs potatoes, cubed (800g)
  • 1 tsp salt for potatoes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder for potatoes
  • 1 tsp mixed herbs for potatoes
  • 1 tsp chili flakes for potatoes
  • 1 tsp paprika for potatoes
  • 0.5 cup milk (120ml)
  • 3.5 oz light cream cheese (100g)
  • 1.4 oz grated Parmesan cheese (40g)
  • 1.75 oz shredded mozzarella (50g)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish


Instructions

  1. Toss cubed chicken with garlic, onion powder, herbs, chili flakes, paprika, salt, and olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a large deep pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  3. Toss cubed potatoes with salt, garlic powder, herbs, chili flakes, and paprika.
  4. Cook potatoes in air fryer at 400°F for 18-20 minutes or oven at 400°F for 20-23 minutes until crispy.
  5. Lower chicken heat, add milk and cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
  6. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Fold in crispy potatoes gently, coating with sauce. Cover pan 4-5 minutes on low heat.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Watch potatoes carefully to prevent burning.
  • Lower heat before adding milk and cream cheese to prevent curdling.
  • Handle potatoes gently when mixing to maintain crispiness.
  • Perfect for meal prep – stores well in refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop & Oven/Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American