Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 broiler-fryer chicken (3-1/2 lb.), cut up Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09
  • 1 lb. sweet potatoes (about 2), cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 pkt. SHAKE N BAKE Seasoned Panko Seasoned Coating Mix
  • 2 Tbsp. OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
  • 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses
  • 2 Fuji apples, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Method

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in large heavy ovenproof skillet on medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, combine flour and pepper.
  • Add chicken, 1 piece at a time, to flour mixture, turning to evenly coat both sides of each piece.
  • Add to skillet; cook 4 min.
  • on each side or until evenly browned on both sides.
  • Remove chicken from skillet; set aside.
  • Add potatoes, garlic and thyme to skillet; cook 2 min., stirring frequently.
  • Return chicken to skillet; cover with foil.
  • Bake 30 min.
  • Meanwhile, combine coating mix, bacon and paprika in medium bowl.
  • Stir in cheese.
  • Top chicken with apples and cheese mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, 10 to 15 min.
  • or until potatoes and apples are tender, and chicken is done (165 degrees F).