Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Steak Bake with Cheesy Loaded Mashed Potatoes

This hearty, flavorful bake combines tender garlic Parmesan-crusted chicken breasts and juicy steaks with creamy, cheesy loaded mashed potatoes loaded with bacon, cheddar, and green onions. It’s the ultimate comfort food dinner that’s easy to make in one baking dish—perfect for family meals or impressing guests! 1 “LARGE” 0 “LARGE”

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 520 kcal per serving

Ingredients

For the Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Steak Bake:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (6 oz each)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Cheesy Loaded Mashed Potatoes:

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• ½ cup whole milk (or more as needed)
• ¼ cup butter
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste 8 “LARGE”

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the garlic Parmesan mixture: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Season the meats: Place the chicken breasts and steaks in a large baking dish. Brush the garlic Parmesan mixture generously over both sides of the chicken and steaks. 4 “LARGE”
4. Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the meats halfway through. Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the steaks reach your desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium). Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Make the mashed potatoes: While the meats are baking, boil the diced potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well and return the potatoes to the pot.
6. Mash and load: Add the milk, butter, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if needed for your preferred consistency.
7. Add the toppings: Stir in the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. 7 “LARGE”
8. Serve: Slice the rested chicken and steaks, then plate alongside generous scoops of the cheesy loaded mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy hot!

This dish is packed with bold garlic and Parmesan flavors on the proteins, perfectly complemented by the rich, indulgent mashed potatoes. It’s a complete meal that’s sure to become a favorite!