Ingredients
5 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (or 1 package, about 28 ounces, frozen potatoes with onions and peppers, thawed)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 ½ pounds (about 3 cups) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Colby Jack cheese
½ cup cooked, chopped bacon
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions or chopped fresh chives
1 cup sour cream (optional)
1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup (optional)
½ cup milk (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F–400°F (400°F if using fresh potatoes, 375°F if using frozen).
2. Grease a 9×13-inch or 13x9x2-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
3. Spread cut potatoes evenly in the dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Bake potatoes uncovered for 40 minutes if using raw potatoes, until tender.
4. Meanwhile, whisk remaining olive oil with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat raw chicken pieces in this seasoning mixture.
5. Remove potatoes from oven, add seasoned raw chicken over potatoes, and toss gently to combine.
6. Return dish to oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes (or 40 minutes covered if using soup and cooked chicken) until chicken is fully cooked and potatoes are tender.
7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining cheese, cooked bacon, and green onions.
8. Bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts.
9. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally serve with sour cream.
Last Step:
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🍴 Use boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for richer flavor.
🔄 Stir the casserole halfway through baking to ensure even cooking and prevent dry spots.
🌶️ Customize the seasoning by adding spices like taco seasoning, ranch, or sweet chili sauce for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10-20 minutes
- Total Cooking Time: 55 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 514
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 872 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 127 mg