Description
Enjoy a deliciously rich and protein-packed meal with this High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes recipe. Tender chicken breast sautéed with fragrant garlic and a blend of spices is combined with crispy air-fried or oven-roasted potatoes, all smothered in a creamy light cream cheese sauce and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This comforting dish is quick to prepare, perfect for a wholesome family dinner, and garnished with fresh parsley to add a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 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
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
Sauce and Toppings
- 120ml milk (any type)
- 100g light cream cheese (Philadelphia Lightest)
- 40g grated Parmesan cheese
- 50g shredded mozzarella or any low-fat cheese
- Extra seasoning: salt, garlic, mixed herbs (to taste)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and cook potatoes: Preheat your air fryer or oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the cubed potatoes with salt, garlic powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika, and optionally a drizzle of olive oil or a spray of cooking spray. Cook in the air fryer for 18-20 minutes or in the oven for 20-23 minutes until the potatoes are golden and crispy.
- Prepare the chicken: While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken, seasoned with minced garlic, onion powder, mixed herbs, chili flakes, paprika, and salt. Sauté the chicken for 5-6 minutes until fully cooked and browned on the outside.
- Create the creamy sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Add the milk and light cream cheese to the cooked chicken in the pan. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy, coating the chicken evenly.
- Combine potatoes and cheese topping: Add the crispy cooked potatoes to the pan with the creamy chicken sauce. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the top, then cover the pan with a lid for 4-5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the lid and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley on top. Adjust seasoning as desired with extra salt, garlic, or herbs. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting high-protein meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breast with thigh meat for a juicier option.
- If you do not have an air fryer, baking the potatoes in the oven works just as well.
- Use low-fat or your preferred milk to adjust the creaminess and fat content.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your spice tolerance.
- For added vegetables, consider tossing in spinach or mushrooms during the final cooking step.
