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chicken bacon potato bake

chicken bacon potato bake

A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and golden potatoes, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 slices bacon strips
  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
  2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop into bite-sized pieces. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings.
  3. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Brown them in the reserved bacon drippings for 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Layer diced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with minced garlic and half the chopped bacon. Season with additional salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange the browned chicken thighs over the potato layer.
  6. Whisk together heavy cream and chicken broth. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and sprinkle remaining bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return to the oven uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden.
  9. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use thick-cut bacon for better texture. Fresh garlic is preferred over pre-minced. You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but reduce cooking time slightly.