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Why make this recipe

Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots is a comforting dish that combines succulent chicken, creamy potatoes, and sweet, roasted carrots. It not only satisfies your hunger but also warms the heart. This meal is perfect for family dinners or when you want something special without too much fuss. The blend of garlic and herbs enhances the chicken, while the buttery mashed potatoes and honey-glazed carrots add delightful flavors and textures.

How to make Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2–3 inch chunks
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced in half if large
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons cold butter

Directions:

1. To begin, add the peeled and chunked potatoes to a pot of cold salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes, return them to the hot pot for 1–2 minutes to steam off excess moisture, then cover and set them aside.

2. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss the peeled and sliced carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast the carrots for 25–35 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly caramelized. Near the end of roasting time, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 grated garlic clove in a small pan until the mixture is bubbly and fragrant. Pour this honey-butter glaze over the hot carrots and toss to coat them evenly.

3. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them with salt, pepper, half of the minced garlic, and the thyme and/or Italian herbs, rubbing the seasoning in with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the seared chicken to a plate and tent it with foil to keep it warm.

4. In the same skillet used for the chicken, sauté the minced shallot and remaining garlic over medium heat for 1–2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer the mixture for 2–3 minutes to reduce it slightly, then add the chicken stock and continue simmering until the sauce has thickened slightly. Off the heat, whisk in 2 tablespoons of cold butter until the sauce becomes silky and emulsified. Season the pan sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Mash the hot potatoes to your desired consistency. In a small saucepan, warm the 4 tablespoons of butter, cream cheese (if using), and milk just until the mixture is melted and combined. Stir this warm, creamy mixture into the mashed potatoes until they are smooth and luscious. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.

How to serve Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

To serve, place a chicken breast on each plate, drizzle with the garlic-herb sauce, and add a generous scoop of mashed potatoes. Finally, add a side of glazed carrots. This meal is colorful, hearty, and perfect for impressing your family or guests.

How to store Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

To store leftovers, place the chicken, mashed potatoes, and glazed carrots in airtight containers. They can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the chicken and mashed potatoes for up to 2 months, though the texture may change slightly upon reheating.

Tips to make Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

• Ensure the chicken is patted dry before seasoning for a better sear.
• For creamier mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
• Don’t skip the deglazing step; it adds great flavor to the sauce.
• Feel free to switch up the herbs based on your taste preferences.

Variation

You can customize this recipe by using different vegetables for roasting, such as zucchini or bell peppers. Additionally, you can switch up the herbs used on the chicken for a different flavor profile.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of potatoes for the mashed potatoes?
Yes, Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes work well too, giving a slightly different flavor and texture.

2. Is there a way to make this meal ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the chicken, potatoes, and carrots ahead, then reheat them when ready to serve.

3. Can I use bone-in chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use bone-in chicken, but cooking times will differ. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.

Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

This comforting dish combines succulent chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet glazed carrots, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Chicken

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced Plus 1 clove grated for glazing carrots
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons cold butter For finishing the sauce

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-3 inch chunks
• 4 tablespoons butter For mashing
• 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
• 2 ounces cream cheese Optional, for creaminess
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Glazed Carrots

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced in half if large
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter For glazing
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 medium shallot, minced

Method

 

Preparation

1. Add the peeled and chunked potatoes to a pot of cold salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes, return them to the hot pot for 1–2 minutes to steam off excess moisture, then cover and set them aside.

Cooking the Carrots

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss the peeled and sliced carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Roast the carrots for 25–35 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly caramelized.
3. Near the end of roasting time, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 grated garlic clove in a small pan until the mixture is bubbly and fragrant.
4. Pour this honey-butter glaze over the hot carrots and toss to coat them evenly.

Cooking the Chicken

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them with salt, pepper, half of the minced garlic, and the thyme and/or Italian herbs, rubbing the seasoning in with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
2. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the seared chicken to a plate and tent it with foil to keep it warm.

Making the Sauce

1. In the same skillet used for the chicken, sauté the minced shallot and remaining garlic over medium heat for 1–2 minutes.
2. Deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
3. Simmer the mixture for 2–3 minutes to reduce it slightly, then add the chicken stock and continue simmering until the sauce has thickened slightly.
4. Off the heat, whisk in 2 tablespoons of cold butter until the sauce becomes silky and emulsified. Season the pan sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Preparing the Mashed Potatoes

1. Mash the hot potatoes to your desired consistency.
2. In a small saucepan, warm the 4 tablespoons of butter, cream cheese (if using), and milk just until the mixture is melted and combined.
3. Stir this warm, creamy mixture into the mashed potatoes until they are smooth and luscious. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For creamier mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a masher. Ensure the chicken is patted dry before seasoning for better sear. Don’t skip the deglazing step; it adds great flavor to the sauce. Feel free to switch up the herbs based on your taste preferences.

Naya Lucas