Description
This High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes recipe offers a hearty and flavorful meal combining tender cubed chicken breast, crispy seasoned potatoes, and a rich creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a balanced dinner, it’s packed with protein and delicious savory herbs and spices, topped with melted mozzarella and fresh parsley for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
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Chicken & Seasoning
- 800g chicken breast, cubed
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp mixed herbs
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp olive oil
Crispy Potatoes
- 800g uncooked potatoes, cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp mixed herbs
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp paprika
- Optional: Olive oil or cooking spray as needed
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 120ml milk (any type)
- 100g light cream cheese (Philadelphia Lightest)
- 40g grated Parmesan
- Salt, garlic, and mixed herbs to taste
- 50g shredded mozzarella (or any low-fat cheese)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes: Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) or oven to the same temperature. Toss the cubed potatoes with salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika, and a little olive oil or spray with cooking spray for moisture. Air fry for 18-20 minutes or bake for 20-23 minutes until golden and crispy, shaking or stirring halfway through cooking.
- Cook the chicken: While the potatoes cook, heat 2 tsp of olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken seasoned with garlic, onion powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika, and salt. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Make it creamy: Reduce the heat to low. To the cooked chicken, add the milk and light cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and you achieve a smooth, creamy sauce. Add extra seasoning with salt, garlic powder, and mixed herbs as needed to taste.
- Combine and melt: Gently fold in the crispy potatoes with the creamy chicken mixture. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly on top, cover the pan with a lid, and let it melt for 4-5 minutes over low heat until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein, comforting meal.
Notes
- Watch the potatoes carefully to avoid drying out; using olive oil or cooking spray helps maintain crispiness and moisture.
- You can substitute the chicken breast with thigh meat for a juicier texture if preferred.
- Use low-fat or light cheese options to reduce fat content without losing flavor.
- This recipe can be adapted for oven baking entirely if an air fryer is unavailable.
- Fresh herbs like parsley enhance the dish’s aroma, but feel free to use cilantro or basil as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Air Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American/Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: high protein chicken recipe, creamy garlic chicken, cheesy chicken potatoes, healthy comfort food, easy dinner recipes, air fryer chicken and potatoes
