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Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Bake Recipe

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Enjoy this mouthwatering Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes recipe featuring tender chicken pieces and perfectly seasoned, crispy potatoes. The dish is coated in a rich garlic parmesan sauce, topped with melted mozzarella, and finished with fresh parsley for a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 5 medium russet potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts (cut into 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika
  • 1.5 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons garlic (freshly minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Sauce and Topping

  • 1 1/4 cups garlic parmesan sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella (freshly shredded)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated. Transfer to an air fryer basket in a single layer and cook at 400°F for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. The potatoes should be golden and fork-tender when done. While the potatoes cook, prep the chicken for the next step.
  2. Cook the Chicken: While the potatoes finish cooking, cut the chicken breasts into 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is mostly cooked through and lightly browned on the edges. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, stirring well to coat evenly.
  3. Add Garlic and Sauce: Add the freshly minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant—this brief cooking time prevents the garlic from burning and keeps it flavorful and fresh. Pour in the garlic parmesan sauce and stir to combine, coating all the chicken pieces evenly.
  4. Combine Potatoes and Chicken: Add the cooked potatoes from Step 1 to the skillet with the sauced chicken, stirring gently until everything is evenly combined and heated through. Transfer the entire mixture to an oven-safe skillet or a 9×13 inch baking dish if needed. Sprinkle the freshly shredded mozzarella evenly over the top for a smooth melt and great texture.
  5. Broil and Serve: Broil the skillet 4-6 inches from the heat source for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the mozzarella is melted and lightly golden. Remove from the broiler and sprinkle the fresh parsley over the top. Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and the flavors are at their peak.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded mozzarella cheese for better melting and texture compared to pre-shredded cheese.
  • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking the potatoes for even crispness.
  • Watch the broiler closely to prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for desired spice level.
  • This recipe can be made gluten-free by ensuring the garlic parmesan sauce contains no gluten ingredients.

Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, air fryer potatoes, mozzarella chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, cheesy chicken and potatoes

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