Name: Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 600g (1.3lb) Chicken Thighs, Cubed: Seasoned with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.; 800g (1.75lb) Baby Potatoes, Halved: Tossed with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.; 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Sautéed for flavor.; 200ml (0.85 cup) Heavy Cream: Creates a rich sauce.; 150g (5.3oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Grated: For a bold, tangy flavor.; 50g (1.75oz) Parmesan Cheese, Grated: Adds umami depth.; 30g (2 tbsp) Butter, Divided: For sautéing and browning.; 30ml (2 tbsp) Olive Oil: For searing and browning.; 250ml (1 cup) Chicken Broth: Adds moisture and flavor.; 1 tsp Dried Thyme: Aromatic herb.; 1 tsp Dried Oregano: Herbaceous flavor.; ½ tsp Black Pepper: Adds spice.; ½ tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.; 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, Chopped: Garnish for freshness.; 1 tsp Lemon Zest: Brightens the sauce.

Description

This recipe delivers a comforting and flavorful Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes dish, perfect for a cozy night in. Tender chicken and roasted potatoes are smothered in a rich, garlicky cheese sauce for a restaurant-quality experience.

Ingredients

Scale

600g (1.3lb) Chicken Thighs, Cubed: Seasoned with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
800g (1.75lb) Baby Potatoes, Halved: Tossed with thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Sautéed for flavor.
200ml (0.85 cup) Heavy Cream: Creates a rich sauce.
150g (5.3oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Grated: For a bold, tangy flavor.
50g (1.75oz) Parmesan Cheese, Grated: Adds umami depth.
30g (2 tbsp) Butter, Divided: For sautéing and browning.
30ml (2 tbsp) Olive Oil: For searing and browning.
250ml (1 cup) Chicken Broth: Adds moisture and flavor.
1 tsp Dried Thyme: Aromatic herb.
1 tsp Dried Oregano: Herbaceous flavor.
½ tsp Black Pepper: Adds spice.
½ tsp Salt: Enhances flavors.
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, Chopped: Garnish for freshness.
1 tsp Lemon Zest: Brightens the sauce.

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Instructions

Prepare Oven & Dish: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease a baking dish.
Sear Chicken: Season and sear cubed chicken thighs until browned.
Brown Potatoes: Brown halved potatoes with herbs and seasoning.
Deglaze & Simmer: Deglaze skillet with broth and simmer briefly.
Make Cheese Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, then simmer with cream and cheese.
Assemble & Bake: Pour sauce over chicken and potatoes, dot with butter.
Bake to Perfection: Bake until bubbly and golden brown, broil for final browning.
Rest & Garnish: Let rest, then garnish with parsley.

Notes

For a quicker meal, use pre-cut potatoes. Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken to ensure proper browning.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 40 g
Saturated Fat: 20 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 150 mg