Description

This High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts with crispy potatoes, all smothered in a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Cooked using a combination of air frying or baking for the potatoes and stovetop sautéing for the chicken, this dish offers a deliciously satisfying meal that’s both high in protein and packed with comforting flavors.

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

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

120ml milk (any type)
100g light cream cheese (Philadelphia Lightest)
40g grated Parmesan
Extra seasoning: salt, garlic, mixed herbs (to taste)
50g shredded mozzarella (or any low-fat cheese)
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Cook the potatoes: Air fry the cubed potatoes at 200°C (400°F) for 18-20 minutes or bake them at 200°C (400°F) for 20-23 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Use olive oil or cooking spray to help crisp them up and season them with salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, and paprika.
Cook the chicken: While potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cubed chicken breast 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: Lower the heat to medium-low, then pour in the milk and add the light cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add extra seasoning like salt, garlic, and mixed herbs to taste.
Combine and melt cheese: Add the cooked crispy potatoes to the creamy chicken mixture, stirring well to combine. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top and cover the pan. Let it cook for 4-5 minutes on low heat until the mozzarella is melted and gooey.
Garnish and serve: Once the cheese is melted, remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately for a comforting and high-protein meal.

Notes

Watch the potatoes closely while cooking to prevent them from drying out; using cooking spray helps retain moisture.
If you prefer a richer sauce, full-fat cream cheese and whole milk can be used instead of light versions.
You can substitute chicken breast with thigh meat for a juicier texture.
Adjust the chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: high protein chicken recipe, creamy garlic chicken, cheesy chicken and potatoes, healthy chicken dinner, air fryer potatoes, stovetop chicken recipe