Description

A delicious and comforting Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe featuring tender, seasoned chicken pieces cooked in a rich garlic parmesan sauce combined with crispy, flavorful air-fried potatoes, finished under the broiler with melted mozzarella and fresh parsley for a perfect savory meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Potatoes

5 medium russet potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

For the Chicken

1.5 lbs chicken breasts (cut into 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1.5 teaspoons paprika
1.5 teaspoons onion powder
1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons garlic (freshly minced)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Assembly

1 1/4 cups garlic parmesan sauce
1 1/2 cups mozzarella (freshly shredded)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)

Instructions

Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss them with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to coat evenly. Place in an air fryer basket in a single layer and cook at 400°F for 25 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and fork-tender.
Cook the Chicken: While potatoes cook, cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until mostly cooked and lightly browned.
Season the Chicken: Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, stirring well to coat. Add freshly minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds while stirring to release flavor without burning garlic.
Add Sauce: Pour in garlic parmesan sauce, stirring to coat all chicken pieces evenly.
Combine Potatoes and Chicken: Add the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the sauced chicken, stirring gently to combine and heat through. Transfer mixture to an oven-safe skillet or 9×13 inch baking dish if needed.
Add Cheese and Broil: Sprinkle freshly shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Broil 4-6 inches from the heat source for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Finish and Serve: Remove from broiler, sprinkle fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately while warm and flavorful.

Notes

Using freshly shredded mozzarella improves melt quality and texture compared to pre-shredded.
Shaking the air fryer basket halfway through ensures even cooking of the potatoes.
Broil cheese just until lightly golden to maintain a gooey, creamy texture without burning.
Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for no heat.
You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier alternative, adjusting cooking time slightly as needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, air fryer potatoes, cheesy chicken skillet, easy weeknight dinner, comfort food recipe