High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken and Potatoes
A hearty, protein-packed dish with golden-crisp chicken, tender baked potatoes, and a luscious garlic-cream cheese sauce—all in one pan. Ready in 50 minutes with bold flavor and minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 50
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into uniform pieces
2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Toss chicken and potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes
In a skillet, sauté garlic in butter until fragrant
Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and half the cheddar cheese; simmer
Pour sauce over chicken and potatoes, top with remaining cheese and Parmesan
Return to oven and bake 10-12 minutes until bubbly and golden
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan and avoid pre-shredded cheddar with additives for best melting
Yukon Gold potatoes yield the creamiest texture
Substitute half-and-half or coconut milk for lighter fat content
Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days