This hearty and comforting dish combines juicy chicken and vegetable patties with a creamy mashed potato layer and a rich tomato sauce, baked until bubbly and golden brown. Packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor-enhancing spices like mint, cumin, paprika, and parsley, this meal is balanced, nourishing, and perfect for family dinners. The final sprinkle of melted cheese creates a crust that adds irresistible texture to this cozy bake.
Preparation Time, Cook Time, Total Time
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes (plus final browning)
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield
Servings: 6
Cuisine
Middle Eastern-Inspired Baked Chicken and Potato Casserole
Ingredients
For the vegetable chicken mix:
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1 onion, roughly chopped
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A handful of fresh parsley
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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2 cloves of garlic
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3 chicken fillets (approximately 600–700g / 1.3–1.5 lb), cut into chunks
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika
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½ teaspoon dried mint
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
For the mashed potato layer:
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
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Salt, to taste
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100 g (3.5 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
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A pinch of nutmeg
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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For the tomato sauce:
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup hot water
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon sugar
For assembly and finishing:
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Vegetable oil (for greasing hands)
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Remaining shredded cheese (for topping)
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Step-by-Step Cooking Directions
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Prepare the vegetables
Roughly chop the onion, parsley, and both green and red bell peppers. Add the garlic cloves. Use a blender or food processor to grind the vegetables into a chunky paste. -
Grind the chicken
Cut the chicken fillets into large pieces. Blend or grind in a food processor until finely minced but not over-processed. -
Combine chicken and vegetables
In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken with the blended vegetables. Add salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, dried mint, and ground cumin. Mix until fully combined. -
Chill the mixture
Cover the chicken mixture with cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld and makes shaping easier. - Read more on next page
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