Garlic Herb Chicken Mashed Potatoes (Print Version)
Savory herb chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and honey-glazed carrots for a satisfying dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano)
05 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tsp salt
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
→ Creamy Mashed Potatoes
09 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
10 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 1/2 cup whole milk
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
→ Glazed Carrots
14 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
15 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
16 - 2 tbsp honey
17 - 1/2 tsp salt
18 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
19 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Cook:
01 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, Italian herbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
02 - Place potatoes in a pot of cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and return to pot. Mash with butter, milk, salt, and white pepper until creamy and smooth. Keep warm.
03 - Place carrots in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a simmer and cook 8-10 minutes until barely tender. Drain. Add butter and honey to the pan, then return carrots. Stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until glazed and shiny. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.
04 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil if needed. Remove chicken from marinade and cook 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Arrange chicken breasts alongside creamy mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything cooks simultaneously so youre not stuck at the stove for hours
- The combination of tender herbed chicken sweet carrots and creamy potatoes hits every comfort craving
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- Letting the chicken rest after cooking keeps it juicy instead of dry
- Warm milk prevents mashed potatoes from becoming gluey
03 -
- Pound chicken to even thickness for perfectly uniform cooking
- Maple syrup works beautifully instead of honey for deeper flavor