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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots Delight

Delightful Creamy Herb Chicken paired with comforting mashed potatoes and glazed carrots, capturing the essence of heartwarming comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs are recommended for juiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can swap with avocado oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be replaced with margarine for dairy-free.
For the Creamy Herb Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or powdered.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium options available.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Half and Half Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herbs A mixture recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley and Thyme For garnishing.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet) Sweet potatoes can be used for variation.
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Cream Almond milk is a great non-dairy option.
For the Glazed Carrots
  • 1 pound Carrots Baby carrots simplify prep.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or Honey Maple syrup can be used for a twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon or Thyme Optional for additional flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes, boil in salted water for 15–20 minutes. Mash with warm milk and butter, seasoning to taste.
  2. Glaze the Carrots: Slice carrots, melt butter in skillet, add carrots, brown sugar, and seasonings, sauté for 10–12 minutes until tender.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, heat skillet with olive oil and butter, sear chicken for 4–5 minutes each side until cooked through.
  4. Make the Creamy Herb Sauce: In the same skillet, cook garlic, add chicken broth, heavy cream, and herbs, simmer until sauce thickens.
  5. Plate the Dish: Serve mashed potatoes, creamy herb chicken draped with sauce, and glazed carrots, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Follow the expert tips to ensure the best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze chicken and sauce for up to 2 months.

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