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Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole

Dmitri Magi
Calories: Approximately 430 per serving (estimate) | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 15g
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer or oven
  • Large frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 diced red pepper
  • 1 diced green pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 260 g diced chicken breast
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • For the Potatoes:
  • 400 g Maris Piper potatoes cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic granules
  • For the Sauce:
  • 200 ml chicken stock
  • 80 g Philadelphia cream cheese
  • 2-3 crushed garlic cloves
  • Toppings:
  • 80 g reduced-fat cheddar cheese grated
  • Sliced spring onion or fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • First, I start by cooking the potatoes. I cut the Maris Piper potatoes into small cubes and toss them in a bowl with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic granules. I add a little spray oil to help them crisp up and then cook them in the air fryer for about 20-25 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, I heat a large frying pan over medium heat. I add the diced onion and both red and green peppers, cooking them until they become soft. After a few minutes, I toss in the crushed garlic and fry it for about 30 seconds until it’s fragrant.
  • Next, I add the diced chicken breast to the pan and cook it until it’s no longer pink. Once the chicken is cooked, I sprinkle in the fajita seasoning and stir in the tomato puree. I let it cook for a minute or two to reduce the puree slightly.
  • Then, I pour in the chicken stock and let it simmer for a few minutes. After that, I mix in the Philadelphia cream cheese, stirring until everything is well-coated and creamy.
  • Once the potatoes are done, I add them to the chicken mixture and stir everything together. I scatter the grated cheddar cheese on top and cover the pan with a lid to let the cheese melt and become golden.

Notes

When cooking the chicken, ensure that it is cooked thoroughly with no pink remaining. Be careful when adding hot stock to avoid splashing. Also, make sure to stir the potatoes gently to keep them from breaking apart.