Description
This Cajun Chicken Loaded Potato Bake is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring tender Cajun-spiced chicken cubes layered over roasted potatoes, and topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, fresh green onions, and creamy sour cream. Perfect as a comforting weeknight dinner for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with oil or nonstick spray to prepare for roasting.
- Prepare the potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated. Spread the potatoes in a single layer in the greased baking dish for even roasting.
- Roast the potatoes: Place the baking dish in the oven and roast the potatoes for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through to promote even browning and cooking.
- Season the chicken: While potatoes roast, combine the chicken cubes with olive oil and Cajun seasoning in a bowl. Mix well to coat every piece with the flavorful seasoning.
- Add chicken to potatoes: Remove the baking dish from the oven after 20 minutes and evenly scatter the seasoned chicken cubes over the partially cooked potatoes.
- Bake until cooked: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked through and the potatoes are golden and tender.
- Add cheese and bacon: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled cooked bacon evenly over the baked casserole. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Finish and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and immediately top with chopped green onions and dollops of sour cream for added flavor and creaminess. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, you can parboil them for 5 minutes before roasting.
- Substitute sharp cheddar with your favorite cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella for variation.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning amount to suit your preferred spice level.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
