Description
Hands down, this is one of those dinners that makes you pause after the first bite like, “Okay… wow.” Tender chicken coated in a silky garlic-Parmesan sauce paired with golden, cheesy potatoes all cooked together? Yes, please. It’s rich, satisfying, and still supports your fitness goals with an impressive protein punch. Comfort food energy without the post-meal regret. Win-win.
Ingredients
Scale
Savory Chicken Seasoning
- 800g chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 3–4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Crispy Potato Base
- 800g raw potatoes, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon 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
- Crisp the potatoes
- Toss the cubed potatoes with seasoning and cook until beautifully golden and crunchy using your preferred method.
- Sear the chicken
- Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for around 5–6 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Create the sauce
- Turn the heat down. Pour in the milk and stir in the cream cheese, mixing continuously until smooth and silky.
- Bring it together
- Fold the crispy potatoes into the creamy chicken mixture. Scatter mozzarella over the top, cover the pan, and allow everything to warm through for 4–5 minutes until melty and irresistible.
- Finish and serve
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and dish it up while hot and bubbling.
Cooking methods:
- Air fryer: 200°C / 400°F for 18–20 minutes
- Oven: 200°C / 400°F for 20–23 minutes
Notes
- Keep an eye on the potatoes to avoid overcooking or drying them out. A light spray of oil works great if you’re cutting back on fats.
- Always reduce the heat before adding dairy to keep the sauce smooth and prevent splitting.
- Stir patiently until the cream cheese fully melts into a velvety texture.
- Let the cheese rest and melt properly for that ooey-gooey perfection.
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 502 kcal
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 53 g