High Protein Cheesy Chicken Potatoes
Indulge in a heartwarming dish of high protein cheesy chicken potatoes that promises to delight your taste buds. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are paired with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes and topped with sharp cheddar cheese for a comforting meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- In a large baking dish, layer the seasoned chicken breasts followed by the seasoned potatoes.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover with foil.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes; remove foil to let the cheese bubble and brown for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers. To spice things up, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper according to your preference.