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High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes

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This High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes dish is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. It’s not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Yukon Gold or red potatoes
  • Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt or Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
  • Light Cream Cheese
  • Low-sodium chicken broth
  • Fresh garlic
  • Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella
  • Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Onion powder
  • Dried Italian seasoning
  • Paprika
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Start by dicing the chicken into 1-inch pieces, cubing the potatoes into 1/2 to 3/4-inch pieces, mincing the garlic, and grating the cheeses.
  2. Par-cook the Potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender, then drain and set aside.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly golden brown, then remove and set aside.
  4. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, then whisk in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Build the High-Protein Creamy Base: Reduce heat to low, stir in light cream cheese until melted, then fold in Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and let simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Combine and Bake: Add the par-cooked potatoes and seared chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Stir gently to coat, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Place in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender, chicken is cooked through, and cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Keywords: For substitutions, turkey can replace chicken, cauliflower or sweet potatoes can substitute for regular potatoes, and other low-fat cheeses can be used. Ensure uniform sizes for chicken and potatoes for even cooking.

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