Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken & Potatoes
A comforting one-dish meal that combines seared chicken with tender potatoes in a luscious cream sauce and gooey melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse and dice the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant — about 30–60 seconds.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook until browned on each side, roughly 3–4 minutes per side.
- Combine the diced potatoes and sautéed chicken in a baking dish, nestling the breasts among the potatoes.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream evenly over the chicken and potatoes, and sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, then garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce heavy cream and add low-sodium chicken broth. Use any good melting cheese you prefer.