Step-by-Step Directions

Prepare the Potato Mixture

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
2. Grate Potatoes: Peel and grate the 5 potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
3. Mix Ingredients: Add the eggs, finely chopped red peppers, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper to the grated potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Prepare the Filling

4. Cook Onion: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent.
5. Add Chicken: Add the finely chopped chicken meat to the skillet and cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
6. Add Peppers and Garlic: Add the finely chopped red and green peppers and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for a few more minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Season: Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes to the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine.
8. Add Cheese: Stir in 20 grams of grated cheddar cheese until melted and combined with the filling. Remove from heat.

Assemble and Bake

9. Layer Potatoes: Spread half of the potato mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
10. Add Filling: Spread the chicken and vegetable filling evenly over the potato layer.
11. Top with Potatoes: Spread the remaining potato mixture over the filling.
12. First Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.

Add Final Topping

13. Add Cheese: Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle 100 grams of grated cheddar cheese over the top.
14. Second Bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Serve

15. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish with chopped parsley. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious potato and chicken dinner!

Tips and Variations

• Vegetable Variations: You can add other vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach to the filling for added flavor and nutrition.
• Cheese Options: Use any type of cheese you prefer, such as mozzarella, gouda, or a cheese blend.
• Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level to your liking.
• Herb Alternatives: Fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or cilantro can be added for extra flavor.