Description
Flavorful and hearty, this easy chicken potato bake is the perfect comfort food for the colder months. With layers of tender chicken and sliced potatoes topped with a final layer of cheese, this delicious chicken and potato casserole is a dish the whole family will love! Totally gluten-free and dairy-free too.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pounds potatoes
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- 1 cup shredded dairy-free cheddar
Instructions
- Preheat and Grease: Preheat the oven to 370F. Grease bottom of large casserole dish with olive oil.
- Peel and Slice Potatoes: Peel and slice potatoes very thinly.
- Cut and Slice Chicken Breast: Cut chicken breast into slices and beat with meat mallet.
- Arrange Potato Base Layer: Place 1/3 of the sliced potatoes on the greased baking dish, and season with salt and pepper.
- Top with Chicken Breast Slices: Place half of the chicken breast slices on top of potatoes in a single layer, season with half the amount of salt, pepper and herbs, then brush the chicken breast slices with half of the mayonnaise.
- Repeat: Repeat the layer of potatoes with salt and spices on top, and also a layer of chicken with salt, spices and mayonnaise. Place the remaining potatoes on the second layer of chicken.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and check the readiness of the potatoes – if they are not cooked enough, increase the baking time by another 15-20 minutes.
- Top with Cheese: Once the potatoes are cooked, sprinkle the shredded dairy-free cheddar cheese over the top layer of potatoes and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Let the chicken potato bake cool slightly, before cutting it into portions. Then garnish with fresh herbs and serve!
Notes
Olive Oil: I used extra virgin olive oil, but you can use whichever vegetable oil you prefer (sunflower oil, canola oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, etc). You may also use nonstick cooking spray or dairy-free butter if you prefer. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use regular butter if you prefer.
Potatoes: I like using russet potatoes, but feel free to use whichever potatoes you prefer.
Chicken: I used skinless boneless chicken breast, but you may also use skinless boneless chicken thighs instead.
Mayonnaise: Any mayonnaise will work.
Condiments: For seasoning, I’ve used salt, ground black pepper, and a mix of dried herbs (such as dried oregano, dried basil, and dried thyme). If you wish, you can also add other condiments such as ground paprika or red chili pepper flakes if you want a little kick of heat.
Cheese: To keep this recipe dairy-free, I’ve used shredded dairy-free cheese (dairy-free cheddar cheese or dairy-free mozzarella will work). However, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use regular cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese instead.
Storing: To store, place the cooled chicken potato bake in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven until warm before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 mins
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American



