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High protein creamy garlic cheesy chicken potatoes recipe served in cast iron skillet

High Protein Creamy Garlic Cheesy Chicken Potatoes

Tender chicken breast and golden potatoes in rich garlic cream sauce delivering 40g protein per serving
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts 6-8 oz each
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast iron pan
  • Sharp knife for slicing chicken

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fork-tender.
  2. Season chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides. Remove potatoes from skillet and set aside. Cook chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return potatoes to the skillet and fold into the creamy sauce. Slice chicken into strips and arrange on top. Simmer together for 2-3 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Let chicken rest before slicing to retain juices. Cook garlic just until fragrant to avoid burning. Stir cheese gradually into sauce for smooth texture.