So delicious, I make it every week! This Mashed Potato Bake is the dinner my family begs for!

So delicious, I make it every week! This Mashed Potato Bake is the dinner my family begs for! Creamy garlic Parmesan mashed potatoes shaped into a golden crust, filled with tender chicken, mushrooms and onions in a rich savory sauce, then loaded with Cheddar and Mozzarella and baked until bubbly. Simple ingredients, but it tastes like a cozy restaurant dinner at home. This is the kind of easy family dinner people ask for again and again: potatoes, chicken, mushrooms, cheese and a few simple seasonings. The mashed potatoes form a soft little crust, the creamy filling goes right in the center, and the cheese melts on top. Comforting, hearty, and perfect for a weekend dinner. Servings: Makes about 3-4 servings, depending on appetite. Customize it! Use chicken thighs for the juiciest result, but chicken breast works too. Beef, pork or turkey are all great here. Chicken stock gives the best flavor, but water works fine. Any good melting cheese works - Cheddar, Mozzarella, Gouda or Monterey Jack. Not a fan of arugula salad? Swap it for any fresh side you like, or skip it. I have lots of different salad recipes in my other videos - take a look! 🔔 New recipes every week: https://youtube.com/@YumCult 👍 Like if you enjoyed! Tell me in comments - would your family try this dinner? Where are you watching from? 🌎👇 🛒 Ingredients: For the Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes: ~2.8 lb / 1.3 kg potatoes 4 garlic cloves Salt for the water 3-5 tbsp / 50-70 g melted butter Hot milk, a little at a time ~2.5 oz / 70 g finely grated Parmesan Salt and pepper to taste A pinch of nutmeg, optional For the Creamy Chicken Filling: ~14 oz / 400 g chicken thighs 1 tbsp olive oil 1.5 tbsp soy sauce (dark soy) 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp smoked paprika ~12 oz / 350 g mushrooms 1 onion 2 tbsp butter 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 1 heaping tsp tomato paste 1/2 tsp dried thyme 1 heaping tbsp flour ~1 1/4 cups / 300 ml chicken stock or water, divided 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Dijon mustard For Assembly: Breadcrumbs for dusting ~3.5 oz / 100 g shredded Cheddar ~3.5 oz / 100 g shredded Mozzarella (low moisture) Green onions for serving 📝 Quick Instructions: Potatoes: Cut potatoes into even pieces. Cover with cold water, add garlic cloves and salt. Boil until fork-tender. Drain and let steam dry for a couple of minutes. Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Toss with olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Let sit 15 minutes. Sear on high heat for a quick crust, then transfer to a bowl. It finishes cooking later. Want a little kick? Add a pinch of chili flakes or a splash of your favorite hot sauce. Mushrooms and onion: In the same skillet, cook mushrooms on high heat until the moisture evaporates and they turn golden. Add butter and sliced onion. Cook until soft and lightly golden. Sauce: Add a little more butter, then garlic, tomato paste and thyme. Cook 30-40 seconds. Return the chicken. Add flour and stir until no white spots remain. Pour in 1/2 cup / 100 ml stock and scrape the bottom. Add about 3/4 cup / 200 ml more stock, Worcestershire and Dijon. Reduce until thick and rich. Adjust salt and pepper. Mash: Mash potatoes and garlic with melted butter. Add hot milk a little at a time - keep it thick and sturdy. Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Let cool a bit. Assemble: Brush a baking dish with oil and dust with breadcrumbs. Spread the mash into a thick base and build up the edges like a pie crust. Run a fork up the sides. Add the filling, then cover with Cheddar and Mozzarella. Bake: Bake at 425°F / 220°C for 15-20 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Let rest at least 15 minutes so everything settles. Finish with green onions. Want extra color on top? Broil for the last 3-5 minutes, watching closely so the cheese doesn't burn. Subtitles available in multiple languages (CC). ❤️ Share this with someone who loves potatoes, cheese and cozy family dinners! #MashedPotatoes #PotatoRecipe #CheesyPotatoes #ComfortFood #EasyDinner #FamilyDinner #DinnerIdeas #MushroomRecipe #GarlicMashedPotatoes #YumCult