High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes
A hearty dish packed with protein featuring creamy garlic, cheese, and tender chicken served over potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides.
- Layer diced potatoes in a baking dish. Place cooked chicken on top of the potatoes.
- Mix heavy cream with shredded cheese in a bowl and pour over the chicken and potatoes.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C). Add vegetables for added nutrition or substitute heavy cream for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg