Description

This Mouthwatering Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe combines crispy air-fried potatoes with tender, seasoned chicken simmered in a rich garlic parmesan sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella and fresh parsley, it’s a comforting and flavorful one-pan dish perfect for a hearty dinner.

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 and cook potatoes: Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated. Transfer to an air fryer basket in a single layer and cook at 400°F for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. The potatoes should be golden and fork-tender when done.
Prepare and cook chicken: While the potatoes cook, cut the chicken breasts into 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is mostly cooked through and lightly browned on the edges. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, stirring well to coat evenly.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes: Add the freshly minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant—this brief cooking time prevents the garlic from burning and keeps it flavorful and fresh.
Simmer with garlic parmesan sauce: Pour in the garlic parmesan sauce and stir to combine, coating all the chicken pieces evenly.
Combine chicken and potatoes: Add the cooked potatoes from Step 1 to the skillet with the sauced chicken, stirring gently until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
Assemble and broil: Transfer the entire mixture to an oven-safe skillet or 9×13 inch baking dish if needed. Sprinkle the freshly shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Broil the skillet 4-6 inches from the heat source for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the mozzarella is melted and lightly golden.
Garnish and serve: Remove from the broiler and sprinkle the fresh parsley over the top. Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and the flavors are at their peak.

Notes

Using freshly shredded mozzarella cheese helps achieve a smoother melt and better texture compared to pre-shredded cheese.
Shake the potatoes halfway through air frying to ensure even cooking and crispness.
Keep a close eye when broiling the cheese to prevent burning as it melts quickly.
You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if preferred; just adjust cooking time accordingly.
Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh finish but can be omitted if unavailable.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Air Fryer Potatoes, One Pan Chicken Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipes, Comfort Food