Ingredients
Potatoes
- 16 ounce bag Southern hash brown potatoes (no need to thaw first)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
Chicken
- 2 Tablespoons butter (can use salted or unsalted)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup BBQ Sauce (divided use)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese (divided use)
- 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: In a 6 quart or larger air fryer, add the 16-ounce bag of Southern hash brown potatoes. Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon paprika evenly over the potatoes.
- Air fry the potatoes: Cook the seasoned potatoes at 400°F for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, toss the potatoes to ensure even cooking, then continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Cook the chicken: While the potatoes are air frying, heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the cubed chicken breast and season with ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon paprika. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic cloves to the skillet with the chicken and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Pour ½ cup of BBQ sauce into the skillet with the chicken and garlic. Add the air-fried potatoes and ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Reduce heat to low and stir gently until the potatoes and chicken are well coated in BBQ sauce and the cheese has melted.
- Add remaining cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture.
- Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it sit for 3 minutes on low heat until the cheese is fully melted. Remove from heat afterwards.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle the remaining ½ cup BBQ sauce over the top of the dish, using as little or as much as you prefer. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use either salted or unsalted butter according to your preference.
- Make sure to monitor the chicken’s internal temperature and cook it until it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce added at the end to suit your preferred level of sauciness.
- The parsley garnish is optional but adds a fresh color contrast and mild flavor.
- Using an air fryer to cook the potatoes ensures a crispy texture without extra oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
