Description
This BBQ chicken and potato bake is a delightful and hearty casserole featuring succulent cubed chicken, tender baby potatoes, and a rich smoky barbecue sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or family dinners, this dish is simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 lbs (900g) boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
Vegetables
- 1½ lbs (680g) baby potatoes, halved
Seasonings & Sauce
- 1 cup (240ml) barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Dairy
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a large baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Toss the Potatoes: In a bowl, mix the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Arrange Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish, forming the base layer.
- Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, toss the cubed chicken thighs or breasts with the barbecue sauce until fully coated.
- Layer the Chicken: Place the barbecue-coated chicken evenly over the bed of potatoes in the baking dish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook and the potatoes to become tender.
- Add Cheese: Remove the foil carefully, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken and potatoes.
- Finish Baking: Return the uncovered dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley over the casserole before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- You can use any variety of your favorite barbecue sauce to customize the flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like corn or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color.
- This dish is excellent for meal prep and tastes great as leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American