Name: Chicken and Potato Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered; 1 small yellow onion, diced into small cubes; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Description

A comforting one-pan meal featuring tender baked chicken and golden potatoes, infused with savory herbs and topped with a creamy, cheesy finish. Ideal for family dinners or weeknight cooking with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
1 small yellow onion, diced into small cubes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil
Prepare the potatoes by washing, drying, and cutting into 1-inch pieces
In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, potatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and onion powder. Toss until evenly coated
Arrange chicken and potato mixture in one layer in the baking dish
Mix chicken broth, heavy cream, and remaining Parmesan in a small bowl until smooth
Pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring even coverage
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top
Bake for 50 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked (165°F) and golden
Garnish with parsley before serving, if desired

Notes

Use foil to cover the dish if edges brown too quickly
For a richer flavor, add diced carrots or zucchini alongside the potatoes
Ensure chicken broth is alcohol-free if required
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Leftover meal prep options: Portion into individual servings for quick reheating

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 50
Category: Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 2000mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 140mg