Garlic Cheesy Chicken and Potatoes
A comforting dish of juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes, all cloaked in melted cheese and fragrant garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups potatoes (cubed)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme or oregano)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper until they are well coated. Spread them evenly in a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Lay them gracefully over the potatoes in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg