Dive into this heartyLoaded Chicken and Potato Casserole. Tender chicken snuggles with golden potato cubes, then crowned with crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and a sprinkle of green onion.
Spray 9x13-inch pan (or other 3 quart pan) with nonstick cooking spray.
COOK POTATOES:
Add potatoes to the prepared pan.
Stir butter, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until combined.
Pour butter mixture over potatoes and toss until potatoes are evenly coated.
Cook potatoes for 45-50 minutes, or until fork-tender.
COOK BACON:
Cook bacon pieces in a large skillet over medium heat until done, about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate.
Leave all but 1 Tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
Cook chicken pieces on medium heat until fully cooked, about 8 minutes.
FINISH CASSEROLE:
Remove potatoes from oven, and turn off oven.
Sprinkle 1 cup cheese evenly over the potatoes.
Then layer chicken, bacon, and green onions on top.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Return the casserole to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese melts. (Yes, the oven is turned off, but the heat from the oven with melt the cheese and warm the chicken and bacon.)