Cheesy Potato Bake with Chicken or Sausage
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Potato Bake with Chicken or Sausage, a hearty dish perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Layers of tender, golden-brown russet potatoes are combined with your choice of savory chicken or sausage, caramelized onions, and a rich, creamy sauce seasoned with paprika and thyme. Topped with bubbling, melted cheddar cheese and baked to perfection, this casserole boasts satisfying texture and bold, decadent flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make recipe will fill your home with irresistible aromas and your table with warm, satisfying goodness. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, and watch it become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes
- 1 lb chicken breast or sausage (your choice)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
If using chicken, cut it into bite-sized pieces. If using sausage, slice it thinly. Add the protein to the skillet with the onions and garlic, and cook until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
In a small saucepan, warm the heavy cream over low heat. Stir in the paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Do not boil—just heat until warmed through.
Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes. Add half of the cooked chicken or sausage mixture on top. Repeat the layers, finishing with a final layer of potatoes and cheese.
Pour the warm cream mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the dish.
Dot the top with small pieces of butter for added richness.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Let the dish cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 175 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 655 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1167 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
