Description

High-Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken is a one-pan weeknight dinner packed with over 30g of protein per serving. Crispy, seasoned potatoes and tender chicken are coated in a luscious garlic cream sauce with melted mozzarella and Parmesan. It’s comforting without being heavy, quick to make, and perfect for families, couples, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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800 g chicken breast, cubed (1.76 lbs)
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp onion powder (4.6 g)
2 tsp mixed herbs (2 g)
1 tsp chili flakes (1.8 g)
2 tsp paprika (4.2 g)
1 tsp salt (6 g)
2 tsp olive oil (10 ml)
800 g potatoes, cubed (1.76 lbs)
1 tsp each: salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika
Olive oil or cooking spray (optional)
120 ml milk (any type)
100 g light cream cheese (3.5 oz)
40 g grated Parmesan (1.4 oz)
Extra seasoning: salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs (to taste)
50 g shredded mozzarella (1.7 oz)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prep potatoes: Preheat oven or air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Toss cubed potatoes with seasoning and a light spray of oil. Bake 20–23 minutes (or air fry 18–20) until golden and crispy.
Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, garlic, onion powder, herbs, chili flakes, paprika, and salt. Sauté 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Make it creamy: Reduce heat, stir in milk and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add Parmesan for extra richness.
Combine: Add crispy potatoes to the skillet, toss gently, then sprinkle mozzarella over the top. Cover and let sit for 4–5 minutes until cheese is melted and gooey.
Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding potatoes to keep them crispy.

Let dairy soften to prevent clumps.

Adjust spice level: swap chili flakes for smoked paprika if preferred.

Mozzarella can be swapped for gouda or cheddar.

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess. Potatoes may lose some crispness if frozen—store separately for meal prep.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: One-Pan Skillet + Baking/Air Frying
Cuisine: American