Alice Springs Chicken Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)

Tender chicken, crispy potatoes, savory bacon, and melted cheese unite in a delicious one-pan meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
02 - 1 cup Baby Bella mushrooms, diced
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced

→ Meat

04 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced (about 12 oz)
05 - 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced

→ Dairy

06 - 3/4 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

→ Pantry

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
08 - 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
12 - 1/4 cup honey mustard sauce

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Rinse diced potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch. Pat thoroughly dry with a clean towel. Toss potatoes with olive oil and seasoned salt until evenly coated. Air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes, tossing once or twice for uniform crispness.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook diced bacon until crispy and fat is rendered, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, reserving enough bacon grease in the skillet to prevent sticking.
03 - Add diced onions and mushrooms to the hot bacon grease. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and beginning to release liquid without browning.
04 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and seasoned salt. Stir to coat evenly. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden and reaches 165°F internal temperature.
05 - Add the air-fried potatoes to the skillet. Pour in 1/4 cup honey mustard sauce and gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly. Top with shredded Colby Jack cheese and cooked bacon.
06 - Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 350°F. Bake for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and dish is heated through. Remove from oven and drizzle remaining honey mustard sauce over the top before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Drying potatoes well before air frying ensures maximum crispiness.
02 - Grating cheese fresh improves meltability and flavor.
03 - Sautéing onions and mushrooms slowly enhances richness and depth.
04 - Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F for safety.

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