High-Protein BBQ Chicken Loaded Potatoes Meal Prep – Crispy, Cheesy & Delicious!
Enjoy these high-protein BBQ chicken loaded potatoes with crispy air-fried potatoes and melted mozzarella cheese. A delicious, budget-friendly meal perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner!
Servings: 5 People
Calories: 620kcal
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 ½ Tbsp (30ml) - Olive Oil
- 900g (1.9lb) - Chicken Breast, Diced
- 2 tsp (8g) - Onion Powder
- 2 tsp (8g) - Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp (2g) - Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp (2g) - Dried Thyme
- 6 - Garlic Cloves, Grated
- ½ Cup (125g) - Favourite BBQ Sauce
- Salt & Pepper
Potatoes -
- 1 ½ Tbsp (30ml) - Olive Oil
- 900g (1.9lb) - All Rounder Potatoes, Diced
- 2 tsp (8g) - Onion Powder
- 2 tsp (8g) - Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp (8g) - Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp (2g) - Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp (2g) - Dried Thyme
- Salt & Pepper
Toppings -
- 150g (5.2oz) - Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese, Grated
- Flat Leaf Parsley, Chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer to 200℃-390℉. If using an oven, line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, add all of the ingredients for the chicken except the oil and bbq sauce and mix to combine.
- Add all the potato ingredients in a separate bowl and combine.
- If using an oven, place the potatoes onto the lined baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy. For the air fryer, cook for 20-22 minutes.
- Add olive oil to a pan over high heat and sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes or until just cooked. Do this in batches if need be. Add the bbq sauce and mix well. Reduce heat to low and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the cooked potatoes to the pan and mix to combine. Sprinkle over ⅔ mozzarella or cheddar cheese, cover with a lid, and allow to melt for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Serve the loaded cheesy chicken potatoes into 5x 750ml meal prep containers. Garnish with the remaining mozzarella cheese, a drizzle of your favourite sauce and flat-leaf parsley. Dig in.
Nutrition Guide
Nutrition Facts
BBQ Chicken Loaded Potatoes
Serving Size
400 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
620
% Daily Value*
Fat
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
151
mg
50
%
Sodium
532
mg
23
%
Potassium
1831
mg
52
%
Carbohydrates
58
g
19
%
Fiber
22
g
92
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
59
g
118
%
Vitamin A
1200
IU
24
%
Vitamin C
45
mg
55
%
Calcium
980
mg
98
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
BBQ Chicken Loaded Potatoes Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer
Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
BBQ Chicken Loaded Potatoes Reheating Instructions
Oven/Air Fryer
Reheat at 180°C (350°F) for 8–10 minutes until hot and crispy.
Microwave
Heat in 30-second intervals until warmed through, though texture may be softer.
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