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Loaded Chicken and Mashed Potato Bowl

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This loaded chicken and mashed potato bowl combines creamy mashed potatoes, juicy chicken, melty cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for the ultimate comfort food dinner. It’s quick, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded or chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube the potatoes. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, until fork-tender.
  2. While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble or chop. (Alternatively, microwave bacon for 3–5 minutes.)
  3. In a medium bowl, toss shredded chicken with olive oil or melted butter, smoked paprika, onion powder, and salt & pepper. Reheat gently in a skillet for 3–4 minutes if needed.
  4. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the pot. Add butter, milk or cream, sour cream, garlic powder, and salt & pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning and adding more milk if needed.
  5. Spoon mashed potatoes into serving bowls. Top with seasoned chicken.
  6. Sprinkle each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, then add crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
  7. Dollop sour cream on top and garnish with parsley or chives if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra creamy potatoes, use Yukon golds and add a splash more milk if needed. Shred your own cheddar for best melt. To make ahead, store components separately and reheat before assembling. For a gratin-style finish, broil assembled bowls for 1–2 minutes. Easily adapt for dairy-free or vegetarian diets with substitutions.

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