Description
This Italian Chicken, Potato, and Green Bean Bake is a hearty, easy-to-make casserole featuring tender cubed chicken breasts, diced potatoes, and green beans all seasoned with zesty Italian dressing and enriched with melted butter, baked to perfection for a comforting and flavorful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2-3 Chicken Breasts, cubed (approximately 1.5 pounds)
Vegetables
- 3-5 Small to Medium Potatoes, diced (about 1.5 pounds)
- 2 Cans Green Beans (about 28 ounces total), drained
Seasoning and Fat
- 1 Package Dry Italian Dressing Mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1 Stick of Butter, melted (8 tablespoons or 113 grams)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even baking.
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the cubed chicken, diced potatoes, and drained green beans into a large baking pan, distributing them evenly.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the dry Italian dressing mix uniformly over the chicken, potatoes, and green beans for balanced flavor throughout the dish.
- Apply Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the contents in the pan to add moisture and richness.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking pan tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and potatoes to become tender.
- Serve: Remove the foil and serve the dish hot. Enjoy the hearty, flavorful meal shared with family or friends.
Notes
- For a crispier top, uncover the bake during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- You may substitute fresh green beans for canned if preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- To reduce sodium, choose a low-sodium Italian dressing mix or decrease the amount used.
- Use Yukon gold or red potatoes for creamier texture, or russets for fluffier results.
- This recipe can be doubled for a larger crowd using a bigger baking dish and adjusting cooking time as needed.
