Potato pancakes are one of my favorite Polish dishes. Sprinkled with sugar or topped with sour cream or beef stew, this was a household staple. I wanted to take another approach to this childhood favorite of mine and make loaded potato pancakes with grilled chicken and cheese. It came out amazing! No leftovers! The crispy pancakes topped with savory tender chicken pieces all covered in melted cheese was the perfect way to bring together my love for grilled food and Polish kitchen.

How to make the best Potato Pancakes.

Potato pancakes require very few ingredients. This was a dish that was made in the winter as fresh produce was low, but potatoes were plenty.

Start by peeling a few russet potatoes and rinse them clean. Grate the potatoes and an onion making sure there are no lumps in the mixture. You can also use a food processor to make this process faster and easier. Next, strain the mush with paper towels or strainer to remove all the access liquid.

Add in flour, eggs, sour cream and a pinch of salt or Dad’s All Purpose seasoning which I used. Mix it all together and set a side while you prep the chicken.

Prepare the chicken.

As I mentioned, potato pancakes are traditionally enjoyed by themselves with a sprinkle of sugar, sour cream or topped with homemade beef stew. Adding my own GWD twist, I decided grilled chicken would work just as well if not better.

As always, I used chicken thighs. I prefer this cut of chicken over the breast because it’s fattier, more flavorful and easier to prepare. Cut the chicken into cubes and season with Dad’s All Purpose seasoning. Additionally, cube up an onion that will be mixed in with the chicken to add flavor and texture.

Time to grill up the loaded potato pancakes.

Preheat the griddle, stove top pan or grill to a medium to high heat. Add a generous amount of olive oil and wait until it heats up well. Using a ladle or large spoon, scoop up the potato mixture and gently pour it onto the hot oil, spreading it slightly. After 2-3 minutes, flip it over. The crust should be golden brown in color with a crispy texture. Remove them off the griddle and let them rest on a wire rack.

On the same flattop, add the seasoned chicken and diced onions. Mix the ingredients together and grill hibachi style until they are grilled to temperature. Chicken thighs should reach an internal temperature of 175 degrees. Before removing the chicken, add some shredded cheese to the mixture and let if melt over the chicken for that extra ooey gooey texture.

Serve the loaded potato pancakes with a spoonful of sour cream and chopped chives. Enjoy!

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