Description
This loaded chicken and potato casserole is a crowd‑pleasing, one‑dish dinner that combines tender chicken, golden potatoes, melted cheese, and savory smoked beef for a rich, comforting flavor. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and paprika, it bakes to bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights, the casserole serves four, delivering a hearty, cheesy meal that’s easy to prep, budget‑friendly, and perfect for family gatherings. Serve with a simple green salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup smoked beef, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread potatoes in a baking dish, top with cubed chicken and crumbled smoked beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
- Bake for 30‑35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Remove from oven and let rest for five minutes before serving.
Notes
- Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated
- reheat covered with foil at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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