Description
Hearty loaded chicken and potato casserole combines comfort with classic flavors from hearty American kitchens. Cheese, bacon, and green onions create a delicious one-dish meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Vegetables and Starches:
- 4–5 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Seasonings and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400F (200C) and grease a baking dish for optimal cooking.
- Coat diced potatoes with olive oil and a blend of aromatic spices including garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring even distribution across the dish.
- Roast the seasoned potatoes for 20-25 minutes, allowing them to develop a crispy exterior and golden-brown edges.
- While potatoes are cooking, season chicken cubes with a light dusting of salt, pepper, and paprika for enhanced flavor.
- After initial potato roasting, remove the dish and carefully integrate the seasoned chicken, stirring to create an even mixture.
- Continue baking the chicken and potato combination for an additional 20-25 minutes, ensuring the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and becomes tender.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the casserole, returning to the oven for 5-7 minutes to create a melted, golden topping.
- Finish the dish by garnishing with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately while hot and aromatic.
Notes
- Swap diced potatoes with cauliflower for a low-carb version that keeps the delicious flavor profile while reducing calories.
- Use turkey bacon or omit bacon entirely for a lighter, healthier alternative that still delivers incredible taste.
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk beforehand to ensure extra tender and juicy meat that will melt in your mouth during baking.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for deeper, richer flavor complexity that elevates the entire casserole’s taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg