Description
This Buffalo Chicken Roasted Potato Bake is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines crispy roasted potatoes with tender buffalo-marinated chicken, topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for game days or family dinners, it offers a wonderful balance of spicy, cheesy, and savory flavors with a creamy touch of sour cream and fresh green onions.
Ingredients
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Buffalo Mixture
- ¼ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 packet (2 tablespoons) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
Potatoes and Chicken
- 8 Russet potatoes (about 4 pounds), peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
For Serving
- Sour cream
- Additional buffalo sauce
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Prepare the Buffalo Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, extra virgin olive oil, dry ranch seasoning mix, and ground black pepper until well combined.
- Coat the Potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a large bowl and toss with half of the buffalo mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for flavorful roasting.
- Roast the Potatoes: Spread the coated potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast them in the oven for 60-70 minutes, flipping halfway through to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Marinate the Chicken: While the potatoes are roasting, toss the chicken pieces in the remaining buffalo mixture and let them marinate to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble and Bake: Once the potatoes are perfectly roasted, reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the potatoes to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Evenly spread the marinated chicken over the potatoes, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Final Bake: Bake the assembled dish for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve & Enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the bake rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with sour cream and additional buffalo sauce on the side for added creaminess and spice.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure to spread the potatoes in a single layer without overcrowding.
- You can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your spice tolerance.
- Substitute the chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven to restore crispness rather than in the microwave.
